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Montana
16.4 mi
Distance
1,711 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Flathead
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The Flathead Trail is a moderate-to-challenging 16.36-mile journey through Montana's scenic backcountry, offering substantial elevation gain and rewarding views of the Flathead region. This longer trail is well-suited for experienced hikers seeking a full day of hiking with good cardiovascular demands. The route traverses diverse terrain typical of western Montana, providing an immersive wilderness experience.
Dunsire Pass
~6 min drive
Quick alpine climb to scenic mountain pass with impressive elevation gain.
Elk Basin
~9 min drive
Moderate 5.72-mile basin hike with 618 ft elevation gain and strong wildlife viewing potential.
Weigel Mountain
~11 min drive
14.7-mile Montana mountain hike with 428 ft elevation gain and steady climbing.
Lemonade Spring
~14 min drive
Easy 2-mile foothill trail to Lemonade Spring with 320 ft elevation gain.
Grubb Mountain
~12 min drive
Moderate 5.4-mile climb to Grubb Mountain summit with 1,350 ft gain.
Sanders Mtn.
~12 min drive
Long, strenuous 20.9-mile mountain trek with 2,087 ft elevation gain.
Davis Creek
~20 min drive
Moderate 2.5-mile creek-side hike with 696 ft elevation gain.
Star Meadow
~13 min drive
Scenic 3.4-mile meadow hike with 671 ft elevation gain.
Weigel Creek
~13 min drive
Moderate 9.4-mile creek-side hike with gentle elevation gain.
Boundary Mountain
~23 min drive
Steep 1.33-mile climb to Boundary Mountain with 452 ft gain.
