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Cochrane Dam will be open for public crossing on June 18
Date: Jun 18, 2022
TYPE: Event
Cochrane Dam, located on the Missouri River outside of Great Falls, will be open to bicyclists and hikers to cross the river on Saturday, June 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cochrane Dam can be accessed via:
Lewis & Clark Trailhead
- A 3.6 mile hike/ride starting on the paved trail going towards the crooked falls overlook and then following the marked trails to the dam. Trail is moderate in difficulty.
- A 3.5 mile hike/ride following the marked trails the entire way. This is a dirt single track trail and features rolling hills and an elevation change of 300-400 feet. Trail is moderate in difficulty.
Rainbow Trailhead
- A 2.5 mile hike/ride from Rainbow Trailhead on the gravel service road, with rolling hills and 100-200 feet of elevation change. This road is traveled on by NorthWestern Energy vehicles, please travel single file and stay to the right to stay out of their traffic.
- A 3.7mile hike/ride from Rainbow Trailhead onto the River’s Edge trail, with 300-400 feet of elevation change, rolling hills and some single-track spots. Please be mindful of other trail users, take turns and descents slowly.
This event is subject to change. For more information contact Giant Springs State Park at 406-727-1212 or email emma.gaylo@mt.gov