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Montana
5.4 mi
Distance
1,603 ft
Gain
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Lava Lake
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Lava Lake Trail is a moderate 5.4-mile round-trip hike featuring steady elevation gain through volcanic terrain characteristic of Montana's high country. This trail showcases the region's geothermal history with views of lava flows and alpine scenery, making it an excellent choice for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with meaningful elevation challenge.
Table Mountain
~3 min drive
15.34-mile moderate trek to Table Mountain's scenic summit with 1,326 ft gain.
Storm Castle Mtn
~5 min drive
Steep alpine climb with 3,075 ft gain and commanding mountain views.
Sheep Rock
~7 min drive
Easy 1.64-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Sheep Rock, Montana.
Hellroaring Creek
~4 min drive
Remote 21.45-mile backcountry creek trail with 3,741 ft elevation gain.
North Fork Hellroaring
~5 min drive
Challenging 11.66-mile backcountry route with 3,113 ft elevation gain in remote Montana wilderness.
Deer Lake
~10 min drive
Easy, short trail to Deer Lake with minimal elevation gain.
Karst
~6 min drive
Challenging 14.43-mile karst loop with 3,916 ft gain and unique limestone geology.
Dudley Creek
~15 min drive
Moderate 9.87-mile creek drainage hike with 2,430 ft elevation gain.
North Fork Tie
~16 min drive
Short, steep North Fork trail with 815 ft gain over 2.43 miles.
Indian Ridge
~6 min drive
Demanding 26-mile alpine ridge traverse with 4,163 ft elevation gain.