National Forest Trail
Refuge Point Snowshoe/Ski Trail
About
Refuge Point was a vital meeting place after the 1959 Hebgen Lake Earthquake. This ridge provided a place of protection during the night of August 17 for many survivors of the the earthquake. Campers were trapped between Hebgen Dam and the massive rock slide. The next morning Forest Service smoke jumpers parachuted to this point and set up rescue operations. Ghost Village is the remains of Halford Camp. The cabins associated with the camp were lifted up by the rising water of Earthquake Lake and displaced after the lake level dropped.
There is a marked cutoff (Smokejumper's Cutoff) to shorten the loop. Rolling hills and good views of Earthquake Lake, Ghost Village and the Madison Range make this loop trail an enjoyable trip.
Length: 2.3 miles of marked but not groomed loop trail
Area Map: Gallatin National Forest Visitor Map
Contact
MAILING ADDRESS
PO Box 520
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
CONTACT
406-823-6961
FAX
406-823-6990
Details
SEASON
Seasonal
SPECIAL DIRECTIONS
Refuge Point Snowshoe/Ski Trail is located 23 miles northwest of West Yellowstone, Montana. Parking is available off of Highway 287.
SERVICES
Trail
ACTIVITIES
Cross-Country Skiing
Hiking
Nature Area
Sightseeing
Snowshoeing
Winter Sport
