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Montana
8.8 mi
Distance
2,106 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Beartrap
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Beartrap is a moderate 8.76-mile trail offering nearly 2,100 feet of elevation gain through Montana's backcountry. This out-and-back or loop option rewards hikers with steady climbing through diverse terrain typical of the region, providing excellent views and a solid cardiovascular challenge. The trail's name hints at the rugged canyon country characteristic of this area.
Trout Creek Canyon
~2 min drive
Scenic canyon trail with steady climbing and creek views.
Magpie Gulch
~6 min drive
Steep 1.77-mile gulch hike with 763 ft elevation gain near Magpie Gulch, Montana.
Grouse Ridge Divide
~7 min drive
Easy ridgeline hike with modest elevation gain and scenic Montana views.
Cave Ridge
~13 min drive
Challenging 18-mile ridge traverse with 2,319 ft gain and alpine scenery.
Carpenter
~11 min drive
Steep 1.33-mile climb with 631 ft elevation gain near Carpenter, MT.
Holiday
~10 min drive
Easy 2.8-mile loop with 641 ft gain near Holiday, MT.
Refrigerator Canyon
~13 min drive
Moderate 9.56-mile canyon hike with 2,031 ft gain near Refrigerator Canyon, Montana.
Big Log Gulch
~17 min drive
Easy 4.63-mile gulch hike with 378 ft elevation gain.
Hunters Gulch Connection
~11 min drive
Moderate connector trail through forested gulch terrain with steady climbing.
Hellgate Ridge
~13 min drive
Challenging 16.6-mile ridge traverse with 1,837 ft gain and expansive alpine views.
