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Montana
11.5 mi
Distance
2,566 ft
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Why you'll love it
Cooney Creek
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Cooney Creek Trail is a challenging 11.54-mile backcountry route that gains over 2,500 feet of elevation through Montana's rugged terrain. This hard-rated hike follows Cooney Creek drainage through mixed forest and alpine meadows, offering solitude and scenic mountain vistas for experienced hikers. The sustained elevation gain and distance make this a rewarding full-day adventure for those seeking to explore Montana's wilderness.
Evans Peak
~1 min drive
Moderate 7.8-mile climb to Evans Peak with 2,470 ft elevation gain.
Telephone Creek
~8 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Montana forest with minimal elevation gain.
Twin Lakes
~11 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain and stunning mountain views.
Tobacco Valley
~1 min drive
Moderate 8.44-mile valley hike with 815 ft elevation gain in Tobacco Valley.
East Fork (Of North Fork)
~9 min drive
Easy 1.8-mile forest walk with gentle elevation gain.
Middle Fork Trail
~11 min drive
Moderate 5.5-mile forest trail with steady creek-side hiking and 646 ft elevation gain.
Sarbo Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate creek drainage hike with steady elevation gain through forested Montana terrain.
Dry Fork Highwater Route
~11 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Dry Fork drainage near Missoula area.
Crow Creek Trail
~13 min drive
Scenic creek-side trail with steady climbing through Montana forest.
Basin
~4 min drive
Easy 2.2-mile Basin area walk with minimal elevation gain.