Quarts-Loon Scenic Drive
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Byway Overview
This drive travels by the Kootenai River for the first 5 miles as it approaches the Cabinet Mountains. Wildlife viewing includes whitetail deer, ruffed grouse, beaver, elk, and black bear. Moose may be seen at the upper Quartz/Loon Lake area and blue heron, loons, and osprey at Loon Lake. The route is on good quality paved or graveled roads. Watch for logging traffic
Quick Facts
- Location
- MT
- Total Length
- 37 miles
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