Seeing Trapper Peak from a plane
Highest peak of the Bitterroot Range at 10,157 ft, above the Bitterroot Valley south of Missoula. Look for a gray, granite crest with glacial cirques facing north.
2 of our routes pass it. Montana · rated 3 of 10
The easy pick
Portland to Chicago: sit on the left, 48 min after takeoff.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| Portland to Minneapolis | Right the other side is usually better on this route | 47 min after takeoff |
| Portland to Chicago | Left | 48 min after takeoff |
From the real paths of every nonstop on these routes in the last 10 days, at the usual time of day.
Questions
Which side of the plane do you see Trapper Peak from?
It depends on the direction: the right on most of our routes (1 of 2). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see Trapper Peak from a plane?
Mid-flight: see the table for when on each route.
Do clouds matter?
Yes. These answers assume a clear day. Within 3 days of your flight, pick your exact flight in the app for the cloud forecast.
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