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Montana
0.4 mi
Distance
179 ft
Gain
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Lake Elsie
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Lake Elsie is a short and accessible trail perfect for families and casual hikers seeking a quick alpine lake experience. This brief 0.44-mile walk gains 179 feet through gentle terrain, making it an ideal warm-up hike or complement to a longer day in the area. The trail leads to a scenic mountain lake nestled in Montana's backcountry.
East Windy Pass
~2 min drive
Moderate 4.3-mile climb to an alpine pass with 1,376 ft elevation gain.
Windy Pass Cabin
~3 min drive
Short hike to historic cabin near Windy Pass with mountain views.
Rock Creek South
~5 min drive
Moderate 9.88-mile creek-side trail with 1,781 ft elevation gain near Rock Creek.
Sky Rim Trailhead (WN1)
~16 min drive
This is a remote trailhead at the northwestern boundary of the park that is not accessible by road. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trails within the park: Sky Rim Trail Dailey Creek Trail
Bark Cabin
~7 min drive
Moderate 9.69-mile hike to historic Bark Cabin with 2,260 ft elevation gain.
Windy Pass
~3 min drive
Steady 4.13-mile climb to an exposed alpine pass with panoramic views.
Meadows
~5 min drive
Moderate 6.13-mile meadow hike with 1,153 ft gain and scenic alpine views.
Porcupine Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 5.68-mile creek drainage hike with 2,094 ft elevation gain.
Golden Trout Lakes
~4 min drive
Scenic alpine lakes hike with steady climbing through subalpine terrain.
Big Creek
~5 min drive
Remote 23-mile Montana backcountry trek with 3,000 ft elevation gain.
