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Montana
23.0 mi
Distance
846 ft
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Why you'll love it
Big River
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Big River Trail is a substantial 23-mile journey through Montana backcountry, offering hikers an extended wilderness experience along river corridors and varied terrain. This long-distance route provides excellent opportunities for viewing riparian ecosystems and wildlife habitats typical of Montana river valleys. The moderate elevation gain relative to distance makes this an accessible but physically demanding day hike or backpacking option for experienced hikers.
Bradley Lake
~2 min drive
Moderate 6.18-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with 739 ft elevation gain.
Castle Lake
~4 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with steady forest climb and mountain views.
Elk Lake
~13 min drive
Easy 2-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Red Plume
~4 min drive
Moderate 9.3-mile Montana hike with 3,323 ft elevation gain.
Flotilla Lake
~7 min drive
Easy 4.45-mile hike to a scenic Montana alpine lake with 394 ft elevation gain.
Miner Creek
~5 min drive
Remote 20-mile backcountry trek with 2,247 ft elevation gain through alpine terrain.
Porter Creek
~9 min drive
Moderate 4.68-mile creek drainage hike with 1,359 ft gain near Porter Creek.
Granite Creek
~7 min drive
12-mile moderate trail with 1,842 ft gain through Montana granite country.
Granite Sm
~11 min drive
Easy 4.2-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Granite.
Twenty-Five Mile Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 12.97-mile creek-side hike with steady elevation gain.
