elevation on Rte 12 going through Idaho to get to Lewiston or Clarksville

[pwdohio]

Can anyone tell me the highest elevation we will get to going through the mountains on Rte 12 in the Lewiston Clarksville area? Thanks. Having elevation problems at 5200 feet.

[Nancy]

Outside of Missoula on the border to Idaho is Lolo Pass. It is 5,233. It is downhill west from there.

But what about before Missoula? I got sick in Butte and it is only 5767. Rogers Pass on MT 200 between Great Falls and Missoula is 5610. We like to overnight near Lincoln, MT. In Lincoln they have a community park. Just a couple miles west is a forest service campground. Also on the east side of Lolo Pass near Lolo is a very nice small forest service campground. Fantastic steak at Lolo.

the section you asked about is no problem after Lolo Pass. We remember a very long climb, just not sure if it was east to west or west to east. Really enjoyed that route though. Just take it slow.

Nancy

[Nancy]

Oh, if your elevation problems is sickness be sure to drink lots of water the day before and during the trip over passes.

Nancy

[Bob Miller]

This site sez it's 5168 at the second Mullan Pass.....

mullanroad

[pwdohio]

We are in Gardiner. Montana right now.

[Harvey]

'Bout 50mi west of Missoula, MT US-12 crosses Lolo Pass, elev 5233. From there on to Lewiston/Clarkston it's mostly downhill, at least to the Lowell/Stites area, 175mi or so. Shortly after crossing Lolo Pass, you'll have the Lochsa River(?) on your left 'til Lowell. Beautiful drive & you hafta pay attention 'cause the views of the river/mtns are very distracting...

[Carol H]

Originally Posted by pwdohio

Thanks. Having elevation problems at 5200 feet. Thanks.

hummm, what kind of elevation problems are you having?

[Wyowill]

Between Ohio and Lewiston, US 12 crosses MacDonald Pass west of Helena MT, Ele.6320 feet. East of Butte MT (ele. 5767 feet)I-90 crosses Homestake Pass ele. 6329 feet. Going to be hard to get to Idaho and stay under 5200 feet.