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Montana
13.4 mi
Distance
1,935 ft
Gain
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Dry Fork
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Dry Fork is a moderate 13.38-mile trail offering nearly 2,000 feet of elevation gain through Montana's backcountry. This out-and-back route traverses a scenic fork drainage with typical high-country terrain, providing a rewarding full-day adventure for hikers seeking solitude and mountain views. The trail showcases the rugged character of the region with steady climbing and diverse terrain.
Dwight Creek
~2 min drive
Expert 15.65-mile alpine trail with nearly 5,000 ft elevation gain.
Canyon Point
~8 min drive
Moderate 5.1-mile canyon hike with 1,369 ft elevation gain and scenic views.
Spring Creek
~9 min drive
Easy 1.74-mile creek walk with minimal elevation gain.
Limestone Creek
~5 min drive
Moderate 12.66-mile creek drainage hike with 2,152 ft elevation gain.
Canyon Lake
~11 min drive
Scenic 3.6-mile hike to an alpine lake with 343 ft elevation gain.
Dry Fork Highwater Route
~10 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Dry Fork drainage near Missoula area.
Cabin Creek
~6 min drive
Steady 13.87-mile creek drainage hike with moderate elevation gain.
Sentinel Mtn.
~14 min drive
Steep 3-mile climb to Sentinel Mountain summit with 1,749 ft gain.
East Fork (Of North Fork)
~14 min drive
Easy 1.8-mile forest walk with gentle elevation gain.
Bar Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 11.76-mile Montana backcountry hike with 1,632 ft elevation gain.