Homestake Pass, Mountain pass in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana, United States.
Homestake Pass is a mountain pass in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest that crosses the Continental Divide between Jefferson County and Silver Bow County. The pass rises to about 1929 meters and carries Interstate 90 across its summit.
The pass gained its infrastructure through a railway line built in 1889 that created a transcontinental route through the Rocky Mountains. The Northern Pacific Railway used this track to move passengers and goods across the region for decades.
The pass hosts an annual running race that brings together local athletes celebrating their connection to the high mountain landscape. This event reflects how the place functions as a gathering point for people drawn to the Continental Divide.
Interstate 90 provides year-round passage through the area, though severe winter storms occasionally cause brief closures. Travelers should check current road conditions before crossing, especially during colder months.
The pass marks the highest point along the entire 4860-kilometer Interstate 90. This distinction makes it a remarkable location on one of North America's most important highways.
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