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Montana
16.1 mi
Distance
4,040 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Cataract Creek
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Cataract Creek is a challenging 16-mile backcountry trek featuring significant elevation gain through Montana's rugged terrain. This hard-difficulty trail rewards experienced hikers with access to pristine alpine and subalpine environments, showcasing the dramatic topography that defines the region. Expect a full day of sustained climbing with creek crossings and varied terrain typical of Montana's high country.
West Fork Cataract
~1 min drive
Moderate 6-mile forest trail with 2,741 ft gain to scenic waterfall features.
Elk Mountain
~3 min drive
Moderate 6.8-mile climb to Elk Mountain with 2,400 ft elevation gain.
Elk Lake
~7 min drive
Easy 1-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with 407 ft elevation gain.
West Fork Canyon Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate canyon creek hike with steady elevation gain and scenic drainage views.
Water Hill
~5 min drive
Long, strenuous Montana backcountry trek with 3,668 ft elevation gain.
Grouse Ridge
~7 min drive
Short foothills ridge hike with 451 ft gain near Grouse Ridge, Montana.
Roe Gulch
~6 min drive
Moderate 6-mile gulch hike with 2,319 ft elevation gain near Roe Gulch, Montana.
Grouse Creek
~5 min drive
Moderate 5.92-mile creek-side hike with steady elevation gain through Montana forest.
Water Hill
~8 min drive
Short, steady climb on accessible Montana trail near Water Hill.
Bear Lakes
~13 min drive
Moderate alpine trail to mountain lakes with 1,491 ft elevation gain.
