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Montana
11.8 mi
Distance
1,809 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Castle Creek
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Castle Creek Trail is a moderately challenging 11.78-mile out-and-back route that climbs nearly 1,800 feet through Montana's scenic backcountry. This trail offers hikers a rewarding alpine experience with steady elevation gain through forested terrain, likely opening to meadows and creek-side vistas as you progress toward higher elevations. The creek drainage provides a reliable water source and cooler temperatures, making this an excellent choice for summer hiking.
Initial Creek
~2 min drive
6.79-mile creek-side hike with steady elevation gain in Montana backcountry.
Pass Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate 7-mile creek-side hike with 553 ft elevation gain.
Meyers Creek
~7 min drive
Short creek-side hike with steady elevation gain near Meyers Creek, Montana.
Lodgepole
~12 min drive
Forested 3.43-mile climb through lodgepole pines with nearly 1,000 ft gain.
West Fork Stillwater
~6 min drive
16-mile creek-side hike through forested Stillwater drainage with steady climbing.
Telegraph Creek
~9 min drive
Steep 3-mile creek-side hike with 1,115 ft gain near Telegraph Creek.
Stillwater Plateau
~15 min drive
Accessible plateau hike with steady elevation gain and expansive views.
Bad Canyon
~8 min drive
Moderate 10-mile canyon hike with 1,613 ft gain near Bad Canyon, Montana.
Woodbine Falls
~11 min drive
Short waterfall hike with modest elevation gain near Woodbine Falls.
West Fishtail
~20 min drive
Moderate 5.55-mile climb in the Fishtail area with solid elevation gain and scenic views.
