The area consists of subalpine forests, marshes, and high-elevation talus runs.
As of 2026, the state of Montana and the U.S. Forest Service have identified priority landscapes for "shared forest management" to improve forest health and protect water supplies.
to mitigate wildfire risk in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. BLACK MOUNTAIN MONTANA V1.0
for large carnivores between ecosystems. 4. Recreation & Access
Recent reports note significant "deadfall" (downed trees) at higher elevations (around 9,000 feet), which impacts both wildlife movement and recreational access. 3. Conservation & Shared Stewardship (V1.0 Objectives) The area consists of subalpine forests, marshes, and
Rated as "Strenuous" with a 5,508-foot elevation gain . Black Mountain
The region is a critical corridor for grizzly bears connecting the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem (NCDE) and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE). rising over 4
It is characterized by significant relief, rising over 4,300 feet above South Fork Pine Creek in just 1.2 miles.