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Montana
46.2 mi
Distance
2,701 ft
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Blackfoot Divide
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The Blackfoot Divide is a challenging backcountry traverse spanning 46 miles through the rugged terrain of western Montana. This high-altitude route traverses the divide between the Blackfoot River drainages, offering expansive views of the Mission Mountains and Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex. Expect remote alpine meadows, exposed ridgelines, and significant elevation changes across multiple passes.
Blackfoot Divide 2
~0 min drive
Moderate 5.95-mile hike to Blackfoot Divide with steady climbing and regional views.
Lodgepole
~4 min drive
Moderate 7.5-mile forest hike with steady 1,488 ft elevation gain.
Chaffin
~12 min drive
Easy 3-mile foothill hike with 573 ft elevation gain near Chaffin.
Art Jukkala (Shanley Ridge)
~5 min drive
Scenic 13.54-mile ridge traverse with steady elevation gain and mountain views.
East Morrell
~13 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near East Morrell.
Crescent Lake
~13 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile alpine lake hike with 2,187 ft elevation gain.
Center Creek
~5 min drive
Moderate creek valley hike through forested drainage with steady climbing.
Morrell Falls
~15 min drive
Moderate waterfall hike with 250 ft gain near Morrell Falls, Montana.
Ross
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.5-mile hike with 1,500 ft gain near Ross, Montana.
Bull Pine Loop
~16 min drive
Easy 1.6-mile forest loop with minimal elevation gain.