Mountaineering · YDS Class 3

Standard Route via North Fork Trailhead

Distance RT
19.6 mi
Gain
6,280 ft
High Point
11,014 ft
Route Description

The highest of the Spanish Peaks, visible across the Gallatin Valley and popular with backcountry skiers for its many north-facing couloirs in winter.

Approach

The most-used approach starts at the Lower North Fork Trailhead in Big Sky, following the North Fork Trail for several miles into the Spanish Peaks. Alternative approaches include the South Fork of Spanish Creek (via the Spanish Creek Trailhead, crossing a private ranch on a signed route) and the Indian Ridge Trail, farther up Gallatin Canyon across from Squaw Creek.

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