Maupin/Willard Creek Trail

  • Mailing Address
  • 2001 Poplar Street
  • Helena, MT 59601
  • Contact Information
  • Phone: 406-449-5490
  • Fax: 406-449-5740

Willard Creek Trail is a short trail segment which provides access into the Elkhorn Mountains and the area burned in the 1988 Warm Springs Fire. In the winter there is 4.5 km of easiest trail; intermittent grooming. Parking capacity for 6 vehicles.

Length: 1.2 miles
Trail Begins: Forest Road up Willard Creek
Trail Ends: Trail Junction 302

Maupin Loop: 2 miles easy travel, good family trail, occasional refreshments at private cabin.

Area Map: Helena Forest Visitor Map
USGS Map1: Clancy
USGS Map2: Casey Peak
Township 8N; Range 2W; Section 20

Area Activities

  • Sightseeing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Cross-Country Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Nature Area
  • Picnicking

Services And Amenities

  • Trail

Driving Directions

Travel south of Helena on I-15 approximately 9 miles to the Clancy Exit, go south on service road to Alhambra then take Forest Road 226 (Warm Springs Road) approximately 6 miles to sign for trailhead.