Monument Ridge
Usa, north-america
N/A
2,518 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, adventure junkies, listen up! Monument Ridge in southwestern Montana's Madison County is calling your name! We're talking about a serious climb to 9,576 feet above sea level in the heart of the Gravelly Range.
Now, this isn't your Sunday drive kind of road. We're talking Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest road #290, also known as Gravelly Range Road, which is a gravelly, rocky, and bumpy beast. Think teeth-chattering terrain! You'll definitely want a 4x4 for this one, trust me. And a good dose of bravery!
Heads up: winters are a no-go here. The road is usually impassable. Plus, if you're not comfortable with heights or super steep climbs, this might not be your jam. Expect mud if it's wet. But the views? Absolutely worth the challenge. Get ready for some seriously stunning scenery.
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 2,518 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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