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Montana
20.6 mi
Distance
3,675 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Bear Creek
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Bear Creek Trail is a challenging 20+ mile backcountry route that rewards dedicated hikers with remote wilderness experience in Montana's Bear Creek drainage. The trail gains over 3,600 feet of elevation through mixed terrain, likely featuring creek crossings, forested sections, and alpine meadows as it climbs toward higher elevations. This is a serious undertaking best suited for experienced hikers seeking solitude and a full day or overnight adventure.
South Fork Bear Creek
~1 min drive
Moderate creek-drainage hike with steady climb and forest scenery.
Bear Creek Overlook
~3 min drive
Moderate 4.6-mile hike to scenic overlook with 1,143 ft elevation gain.
Sweathouse Creek
~7 min drive
Steep creek-drainage trail with 1,095 ft gain over 3.79 miles.
Fred Burr
~5 min drive
Challenging 20-mile backcountry trek with 2,259 ft elevation gain.
Gash Creek
~4 min drive
Steep 4.8-mile climb with 2,310 ft gain through Montana backcountry.
Cow Creek
~10 min drive
Easy 1.6-mile creek-side walk with minimal elevation gain.
Sheafman Creek
~6 min drive
12.8-mile creek drainage hike with 785 ft gain through Montana backcountry.
Hauf Lake
~9 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with 1,704 ft gain and mountain views.
Sears Lake
~11 min drive
Steep 2-mile alpine lake hike with 973 ft elevation gain near Sears Lake.
Glen Lake
~7 min drive
Moderate 6-mile hike to alpine Glen Lake with 1,282 ft elevation gain.
