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Montana
1.8 mi
Distance
744 ft
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Hornet Lookout
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Hornet Lookout is a short, steep climb to a historic fire lookout tower offering panoramic views of the surrounding Montana landscape. This out-and-back trail gains significant elevation in less than two miles, making it an excellent choice for hikers seeking mountain vistas without committing to a full day hike. The final approach to the lookout provides expansive views of the region's forested valleys and distant peaks.
Numa Lookout Trailhead
~25 min drive
This trail takes you to one of the (seasonally) staffed fire lookouts in the park. It starts on the shore of Bowman Lake, with the first half remaining relatively flat before gaining elevation. Numa Lookout Distance: 5.7 mi (9.2 km), one way Elevation gain: 3,396 ft (1035 m)…
Cleft Rock
~7 min drive
Remote 21.47-mile backcountry trail with 3,256 ft gain in Montana wilderness.
Thoma-Colts Cr.
~10 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady elevation gain through forested Montana terrain.
Chain Lake
~13 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic subalpine views.
Mt. Hefty
~7 min drive
Strenuous 16-mile alpine climb with 3,804 ft elevation gain.
Nasukoin Mtn.
~15 min drive
Moderate 11.36-mile mountain hike with 1,121 ft elevation gain.
Link Lake
~16 min drive
Easy 2.68-mile round trip to scenic Link Lake with 666 ft elevation gain.
Moose Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 10.61-mile backcountry trail with 2,067 ft elevation gain.
Kintla Trail
~19 min drive
Moderate 11-mile trail with steady 500ft elevation gain through Montana backcountry.
Red Meadow Sm
~19 min drive
Scenic 3.95-mile meadow trail with 1,052 ft gain near Red Meadow, Montana.
