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Montana
16.9 mi
Distance
2,556 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Bobtail Ridge
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Bobtail Ridge is a challenging high-country traverse offering expansive views across Montana's backcountry. This nearly 17-mile route gains over 2,500 feet while traversing ridge terrain, providing hikers with excellent opportunities to experience alpine meadows and distant vistas. The trail's length and elevation gain make it a rewarding full-day adventure for experienced hikers seeking solitude and panoramic scenery.
Historic Highway 2 East
~2 min drive
Easy 4.12-mile historic route with gentle elevation gain and scenic Montana views.
Sheldon Mountain Tie M
~5 min drive
Quick foothills connector with steady elevation gain near Sheldon Mountain.
Scenery Mountain
~6 min drive
Steep 8.26-mile climb to alpine views with 3,770 ft elevation gain.
Sheldon Mountain C
~5 min drive
Moderate 7.8-mile hike to Sheldon Mountain with 956 ft elevation gain.
Sheldon Mountain E
~6 min drive
Steep 2.95-mile climb with 790 ft gain near Sheldon Mountain.
Sheldon Mountain A
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.68-mile hike with 1,184 ft gain to Sheldon Mountain.
Sheldon Mountain D
~5 min drive
Moderate 5.8-mile hike with 860 ft elevation gain to Sheldon Mountain.
Sheldon Mountain Tie N
~6 min drive
Short, easy foothill trail near Sheldon Mountain with minimal elevation gain.
China Rim
~7 min drive
Scenic 12-mile rim loop with expansive Montana plateau views.
Bighorn
~10 min drive
Scenic 3.45-mile Bighorn hike with 630 ft elevation gain near Bighorn, Montana.
