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Montana
43.8 mi
Distance
2,517 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Gallatin Crest
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The Gallatin Crest is a challenging high-elevation traverse offering expansive views across the Gallatin Range. This 43.76-mile backcountry route follows the ridgeline through alpine terrain, rewarding experienced hikers with panoramic vistas of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and multiple peaks along the crest.
Swan Creek
~5 min drive
Moderate 10.82-mile creek drainage hike with 1,956 ft elevation gain.
Bark Cabin
~6 min drive
Moderate 9.69-mile hike to historic Bark Cabin with 2,260 ft elevation gain.
Hyalite Creek
~10 min drive
Steady creek-side hike in Hyalite Canyon with forest scenery and waterfall views.
Moose Creek
~8 min drive
Moderate 7.45-mile creek-side hike with 1,046 ft elevation gain.
East Windy Pass
~10 min drive
Moderate 4.3-mile climb to an alpine pass with 1,376 ft elevation gain.
Windy Pass Cabin
~10 min drive
Short hike to historic cabin near Windy Pass with mountain views.
Big Creek
~8 min drive
Remote 23-mile Montana backcountry trek with 3,000 ft elevation gain.
Fisher Wagon Route
~13 min drive
Historic 3.4-mile wagon route with 438 ft gain through Montana forests.
Windy Pass
~11 min drive
Steady 4.13-mile climb to an exposed alpine pass with panoramic views.
Cliff Creek
~8 min drive
Challenging 14.39-mile backcountry trek with 3,706 ft elevation gain.
