After crossing the Swinging Bridge, Kootenai Creek Trail (218) follows Kootenai Creek up and around the open faces above Kootenai Falls before tieing into Kootenai Mountain road. A rather steep trail, it offers excellent views of the river and falls. Opportunities for viewing bighorn sheep and wildlife are plentiful.Length: 2.5 milesTrail Begins: US Highway 2, north of Kootenai Falls footbridgeTrail Ends: Forest Service Road 4445Area Map: Kootenai National Forest Visitors Map USGS Map1: Kootenai FallsTownship 31N; Range 33W; Section 13