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Montana
5.7 mi
Distance
618 ft
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Why you'll love it
Elk Basin
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Elk Basin offers a scenic 5.72-mile round trip through Montana's backcountry with moderate elevation gain, making it an accessible option for hikers seeking alpine meadows and wildlife viewing opportunities. The trail traverses through mixed forest and open basin terrain typical of the region, with good chances of spotting elk and other wildlife. This is a rewarding day hike that combines forested sections with expansive views of the surrounding peaks.
Dunsire Pass
~5 min drive
Quick alpine climb to scenic mountain pass with impressive elevation gain.
Elk Mountain
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.81-mile climb with 1,000 ft gain through Montana forest and meadows.
Elk Patrol
~7 min drive
Moderate 6.59-mile trail with 2,073 ft gain through Montana backcountry.
Davis Creek
~13 min drive
Moderate 2.5-mile creek-side hike with 696 ft elevation gain.
Flathead
~9 min drive
A 16.36-mile backcountry trail with 1,711 ft elevation gain in the Flathead region.
Star Meadow
~15 min drive
Scenic 3.4-mile meadow hike with 671 ft elevation gain.
Boundary Mountain
~22 min drive
Steep 1.33-mile climb to Boundary Mountain with 452 ft gain.
Weigel Creek
~11 min drive
Moderate 9.4-mile creek-side hike with gentle elevation gain.
South Fork Fivemile
~19 min drive
Moderate 4.45-mile climb with 1,423 ft gain in the South Fork drainage.
Lemonade Spring
~23 min drive
Easy 2-mile foothill trail to Lemonade Spring with 320 ft elevation gain.
