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Peak · Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge

Mill Butte

4.7 mi round trip651 ft gainModerateDay hike: No permitOvernight: Not allowed
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit. Stay on trails and check for seasonal closures.
OvernightNot allowed
Wildlife refuges generally do not allow camping.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service rules. Matched from refuge boundaries. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance4.7 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain651 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit2,615 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Mill Butte is a peak reached by a 4.7-mile round trip from Unnamed trailhead. The route follows Mill Butte Trail to the summit.

Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.

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What you need

Parking and passes

Wildlife refuge: some refuges charge a small day-use fee, which an America the Beautiful pass covers. Check posted signs.

Getting there

The hike starts at Unnamed trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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