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Montana
11.1 mi
Distance
1,004 ft
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Why you'll love it
Akokala Lake Trail
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Akokala Lake Trail is an 11-mile round-trip hike in the Mission Mountains that rewards hikers with alpine lake views and subalpine meadows. This moderate trail climbs over 1,000 feet through forested terrain before opening into high country, offering solitude and scenic vistas typical of Montana's northern ranges. The trail provides access to pristine backcountry suitable for day hikers seeking a full-day adventure.

Numa Lookout Trailhead
~0 min drive
This trail takes you to one of the (seasonally) staffed fire lookouts in the park. It starts on the shore of Bowman Lake, with the first half remaining relatively flat before gaining elevation. Numa Lookout Distance: 5.7 mi (9.2 km), one way Elevation gain: 3,396 ft (1035 m)…
Numa Ridge Lookout Trail
~1 min drive
Steady climb to historic fire lookout with panoramic mountain views.
Boulder Pass Trail
~17 min drive
Challenging 59-mile high-alpine traverse with 3,220 ft elevation gain.
Hornet Lookout
~24 min drive
Steep 1.84-mile climb to a historic fire lookout with panoramic views.

Forest and Fire Nature Trail
~25 min drive
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Kintla Trail
~18 min drive
Moderate 11-mile trail with steady 500ft elevation gain through Montana backcountry.
Moran Creek
~17 min drive
Moderate 5.6-mile creek-side hike with 1,629 ft elevation gain.
Glacier View Mtn.
~26 min drive
Moderate 5.65-mile climb to alpine views with 1,737 ft elevation gain.
Hidden Meadow Trailhead
~10 min drive
This peaceful and relatively flat trail takes you to a meadow and pond with good birding opportunities. Hidden Meadow Distance: 1.5 mi (2.4 km), one way Elevation gain: 337 ft (103 m) Elevation loss: 103 ft (31 m) Trailhead: 3 miles south of Polebridge Ranger Station While i…
Coal Creek Coal Ridge
~23 min drive
Steep 3.78-mile ridge climb with 2,463 ft elevation gain.