Located in the far northwest corner of Montana, The Kootenai National Forest’s rugged natural beauty encompassed over 2.2 million acres, an area nearly three times the size of Rhode Island, and offers a wealth of outdoor recreational pursuits. There are approximately 315 trails, from easy to moderate day hikes to more advanced backpacking excursions. Other popular activities include road cycling, off-road biking, white water rafting, camping, boating, swimming and fishing, just to name a few.