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Montana
20.5 mi
Distance
3,169 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
East Fork Cottonwood Creek
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East Fork Cottonwood Creek is a challenging backcountry trek through Montana's remote high country, offering 20+ miles of wilderness exploration with significant elevation gain. This trail traverses alpine meadows and forested terrain along a pristine creek drainage, rewarding experienced hikers with solitude and expansive mountain vistas. The route demands solid endurance and navigation skills, making it ideal for multi-day backpacking expeditions.
Jump Off Peak
~5 min drive
Strenuous 10.5-mile peak climb with 3,767 ft elevation gain.
Crystal Lk Stock Bypass
~13 min drive
Easy 2-mile forest walk with minimal elevation gain near Crystal Lake.
Grand View
~13 min drive
Moderate 5.5-mile climb with 1,783 ft gain and panoramic mountain views.
E. Fk. Big Spring Creek
~6 min drive
Remote 18.6-mile East Fork creek drainage with 2,779 ft elevation gain.
Daisy Canyon
~1h 19m drive
Accessible canyon hike with scenic views and moderate elevation gain.
Maynard Ridge
~15 min drive
Moderate 10.7-mile ridge hike with 2,000 ft gain and alpine views.
Crystal Cascades
~10 min drive
Moderate 5.6-mile hike to scenic cascades with 1,000 ft elevation gain.
Fawn Cr.-East Fk. Spr.Cr
~1h 25m drive
Short creek connector trail between Fawn and East Fork Spring creeks.
Swimming Woman
~15 min drive
Moderate 4.3-mile climb with 1,653 ft elevation gain near Swimming Woman.
Uhlhorn
~13 min drive
Challenging 37.89-mile backcountry trail with 2,331 ft elevation gain in Montana.
