This website represents the work of Cedron Jones' book titled the same as this page. On seeing the book, others of us thought this information was also dynamic enough to benefit from its own web page. That way changes to the routes, comments and additional information from others can be added in as it becomes relevant and available.

These pages aren't a replacement for the book. The book is very nice, and, at least this year, 2008, you can't easily flip to the relevant web page in the middle of a hike. The book also provides income to the sponsors -- see links to Sponsors.

Buy This Book, please, and enjoy our public lands.

This book is sponsored by:

Helena Outdoor Club

Promoting non-motorized recreation for everyone. The Club's outdoor trips and monthly programs are open to the public.

www.helenaoutdoorclub.org

Wild Divide Chapter, Montana Wilderness Association (MWA)

Advocating for the protection of wildland ecosystems on public lands around Helena. The Chapter presents regular public informational programs, and chapter volunteers lead dozens of hikes each year as a part of MWA's Wilderness Walks program.

www.wildmontana.org

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Disclaimer

If you get lost or hurt, it's your fault!

When it comes to hiking safety, there are four reasons why you can't rely solely on this book, or any other single source of information. First, the landscape changes. Hillsides erode, trees fall down and signs are changed or vandalized. In winter, some routes become dangerous or impassable. Second, the map is not the route. No matter how descriptive a map or text is, it can't describe every obstacle or confusing terrain you will encounter. Third, although the authors and sponsors have taken care to provide accurate information, there may be errors in our descriptions. Fourth, our descriptions may not apply to you. When we say a hike is easy or moderate, it may be too difficult for your particular situation.

We do not accept responsibility for route conditions or for hiking information. By providing the information in this guide, we do not assume any liability for the accuracy or use of this information by our readers. Hiking and other outdoor activities all have potential hazards involving risk of injury or death, and each person participating in these activities needs to understand the risks involved, obtain the necessary training and take the needed precautions. As a reader, you recognize this, assume all risks of property damage, personal injury and death, and agree to hold harmless the authors and contributors of this guide from any liability as a result of your use of the information provided in this guide.