The True Spirit of the Mountains

The Chinese Wall Pack Trip is an 7-day roving camp adventure travel trip, which features a horseback ride to the spectacular 13-mile long Chinese Wall along the Continental Divide. This wilderness travel trip has several layover days, which provide a break in horseback riding and allow for some spectacular fly fishing in the streams and high country lakes. This is also a photographer and hiker paradise!

The Chinese Wall is a long limestone cliff in the Bob Marshall, standing 1,000 feet high and extending for 22 miles, from Haystack Mountain to Larch Hill Pass. Stunning views of the White River valley, Swan Mountain range and Flathead Mountain range can be seen from various points atop the Wall, as well as beautiful geological features that demonstrate how the Chinese Wall was formed over 150 million years ago.

Highlights

• Chinese Wall – 22 miles long and 1000 feet high
• North and South Fork Sun River fishing – world class
• Daily horse rides are available.
• Great opportunity to see wildlife sunrise and sunsets
• Fly fishing on amazing untouched water
• North Wall Camp right below the wall
• South Wall Camp 1 Mile or so away from the The Wall

Chinese Wall Itinerary

Itineraries are Subject to Change!!

Day 1 – Pack and Ride

We will pack up at the Benchmark trailhead (west of Augusta) and mount up for the horseback trail ride to our first camp site at Indian Point. We will stop for lunch at the “pack bridge” and arrive at camp late afternoon. You can relax as camp is set up and dinner is prepared. You will enjoy eating by our open campfire and gazing at more stars than you ever dreamed existed.

Day 2 – Explore

This is a layover day at Indian Point with the opportunity to fly fish, explore, hike, horseback trail ride or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery. This is a good opportunity to use your camera as the scenery is breathtaking!

Day 3 – Saddle Up and Ride

We horseback ride to our next camp at Moose Creek. You will see spectacular scenery as we ride along the “Wall.” You should see a mountain goat or two and maybe some elk, deer and maybe even a bear. Keep your camera ready!

Day 4 – Explore

This is another layover day. Explore the wonders of the Chinese Wall up close and personal with a hike up the “Wall.” Bring your camera; you will be on top of the world! You will see many varieties of wildflowers – we counted 72 varieties one year.

Day 5 – Away We Go Again

You are a pro in the saddle now. It’s nice to take a horseback trail ride down to our next camp on the banks of the north fork of the Sun River. The Sun River offers excellent fly fishing for both Cutthroat and Rainbow trout.

Day 6 – Pretty Ride

It is a pretty ride as we proceed to our final camp at Pretty Prairie, a big meadow along the south fork of the Sun River. An evening of relaxation or fishing along the banks of the river is great for reflecting on all the beauty and adventure you have seen.

Day 7 – Home Again

After a hearty breakfast and a leisurely morning, we will pack up and take the final horseback trail ride the final six miles back to the Benchmark trailhead. This completes the wilderness travel loop of our high mountain adventure.

Trip Details

This is a fully guided horseback pack trip requiring you to bring your personal gear, clothing, and toiletries which will be packed in one  simple duffel bag, no wheels. not exceeding 40 lbs total.

What’s Included

• Your very own riding horse!
• Top-of-the-line tents.
  
• All meals are included – breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts and drinks.
  
• Professional, knowledgeable guides and wranglers.
  
• Airport pickup at Great Falls International Airport to Lincoln, MT or neighboring town depending on departure trailhead.
  
• Shuttle service to your hotel in Great Falls, MT following your trip. Make sure your hotel has airport shuttle service.

What’s Not Included. You must provide.

Meals: What To Expect
Meals are very important to K Lazy 3 Summer Adventures. We use as much fresh vegetables, fruits, breads, grains and meats as possible. Our beef, chicken and pork are all locally raised and cut to our specifications.

Our back country menu has a variety of classic favorites like bacon, eggs, fruit and oatmeal for breakfast, deli style sack lunch and hearty  suppers, Pork chops, Hamburgers, Ribs, potatoes, rice,  and veggies for dinner. Come with an appetite. This is the best part of the trip.

Trip Logistics

How do I make a reservation?

Ready for a trip of a lifetime? Simply call Us at 406-939-2546, email Kenny@Klazy3SummerAdventures.com, or click here and complete the form to get the ball rolling. Kenny will then discuss your trip and confirm availability. Please feel free to call with any questions.

Where Do We Meet?

K Lazy 3 is based out of Lincoln, MT. The nearest airport is located in Helena and Great Falls, MT and we provide a complimentary airport pickup. The night before your trip begins, we’ll all meet for a safety meeting and be introduced to one another plus go over any last minute details.

We operate in the Montana Scapegoat Wilderness area, with two backcountry camp bases (14 and 18 miles from the Indian Meadows Trail Head). The trailhead is 60 miles northwest of Helena and 15 miles northeast of Lincoln.

Start/End Times

On departure day, we’ll  meet around 7:00 am outside the hotel and carpool to the trailhead. Return days we try to arrive back at hotel before dinner.

Safety Considerations

Your safety is our top priority. Our pack tours are led by professional guides and wranglers, all of whom are first aid- and CPR-certified, with years of guiding and wilderness experience. We’ve developed comprehensive risk management protocols that our guides adhere to in case of an emergency, and all tours carry an InReach Communication device.  If you have any further questions about safety, please contact Us at 406-939-2546 or email Kenny@Klazy3SummerAdventures.com

Guides, Group Size and Age Restrictions

Your pack trip will be led by a trained, experienced professional with a solid guiding background, years of personal wilderness, hunting and hiking experience, medical certifications, and a passion for leading people into breathtaking landscapes.
The standard group size on our pack trips is 4 guests and 1 guide, with a maximum of 10 guests and 2 guides. If you have more questions about group size, please give us a call at 406-939-2546 and we’ll answer all your questions.

Age restrictions are as follows:

• 10 and older to join scheduled tours (mixed groups)
• 5 and older to join private tours, with final approval and specific logistical requirements (such as porter or stock assist) determined on a case by case basis

Weather in the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex

Being a northern mountain environment, this Wilderness is prone to sudden temperature and weather shifts. This is an exciting aspect of being in the mountains. June has the potential for snow, especially at higher elevations.  The rest of the summer, you’re likely to get rained on at least once during your trip. To be fully prepared, please follow the recommended clothing list closely. See below for average summer temperatures for the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex:

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