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Montana
8.4 mi
Distance
250 ft
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Helen Lake Trail
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Helen Lake Trail is a scenic 8.39-mile out-and-back hike offering moderate terrain with gentle elevation gain, making it accessible for hikers seeking alpine lake views without extreme exertion. The trail winds through Montana's backcountry with approximately 250 feet of elevation gain, providing a rewarding destination for those looking to experience subalpine meadows and pristine mountain waters. This well-maintained route is ideal for a full day adventure with time to explore the lake basin.
Avalanche Creek
~26 min drive
Home to two of the Glacier's iconic trails, the Avalanche Creek area is one of the most popular and crowded spots in the park. The old growth cedars and hemlock trees are unlike anywhere else in the Glacier. Enjoy the picnic area, a short boardwalk trail, or a moderate hike t…
Redgap Pass Trail
~2 min drive
Remote 29.66-mile backcountry pass crossing through Montana wilderness.
Cosley Lake Cutoff
~5 min drive
Quick alpine access trail to Cosley Lake with gentle elevation gain.
North Boundary Trail
~19 min drive
Moderate 10.64-mile backcountry trail with 856 ft elevation gain in northern Montana.
St. Mary Falls Trail
~28 min drive
St. Mary Falls is an iconic, double waterfall of clear blue water just above St. Mary Lake. Fires burned through the forest in this area in 2015, meaning the trail has little shade. Because there are a variety of ways to reach St. Mary Falls, please consult a map before settin…
Ptarmigan Trail
~8 min drive
Long, gentle alpine trail with excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
Mokowanis Lake Trail
~7 min drive
Easy 2.76-mile alpine lake hike with modest elevation gain.
Numa Ridge Lookout Trail
~37 min drive
Steady climb to historic fire lookout with panoramic mountain views.
Otokomi Lake Trailhead
~28 min drive
This trail takes you to Otokomi Lake, which is surrounded with dramatic, red cliffs. Along the way, you'll pass several waterfalls, hike through the Reynolds Creek fire scar, and be treated to intermittent mountain views. Otokomi Lake Distance: 5.5 mi (8.8 km), one way Eleva…
CDT fccCM - Chief Mountain Route to Canada
~12 min drive
Remote high-altitude CDT section to Canada with exposed ridges and challenging terrain.
