Peak · Kettle River Range
Copper Butte
5.7 mi round trip1,548 ft gainModerateDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.
Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance5.7 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain1,548 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit7,123 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Copper Butte is a peak reached by a 5.7-mile round trip from Old Stage. The route follows Old Stage Trail #75, then Kettle Crest Trail North #13N to the summit.
Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.
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What you need
Parking and passes
Most Colville National Forest trailheads are free. A few developed sites need a Northwest Forest Pass, so check the trailhead sign.
Getting there
The hike starts at Old Stage. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.