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Ear Mountain

Bynum, Idaho · Teton County

Ear Mountain is a recreation site within the Rocky Mountain Front. This site is maintained by the USFS and BLM. There is a trail which offers access to hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. This trail is open from July 1 to December 14 in order to protect wildlife habitat. Facilities: Vault Toilet, Picnic Table…

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About Ear Mountain

Ear Mountain is a recreation site within the Rocky Mountain Front. This site is maintained by the USFS and BLM. There is a trail which offers access to hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. This trail is open from July 1 to December 14 in order to protect wildlife habitat. Facilities: Vault Toilet, Picnic Tables, Beautiful Scenery and Endless Wildlife.

How to Get There

From Choteau head northwest on highway 89 for roughly 4 miles. Turn left on Teton Canyon Road. Continue on this road for roughly 17 miles. After which there is an Ear Mountain sign off Teton Canyon Road which will direct you to the trailhead.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Ear Mountain

Heading to Ear Mountain? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Ear Mountain?

No central reservation system listed for Ear Mountain. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/16550) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Ear Mountain?

From Choteau head northwest on highway 89 for roughly 4 miles. Turn left on Teton Canyon Road. Continue on this road for roughly 17 miles. After which there is an Ear Mountain sign off Teton Canyon Road which will direct you to the trailhead.

How do I contact Ear Mountain?

You can reach the park at phone: 1 (406) 538-1900 or email: BLM_MT_Central_DO@blm.gov.