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Montana
54.0 mi
Distance
750 ft
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Mccabe Cr - N Fk Blackfoot
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This remote backcountry route traverses the McCabe Creek drainage and North Fork Blackfoot River corridor in the heart of Montana's Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex. The trail offers a challenging multi-day journey through pristine alpine and subalpine terrain with excellent opportunities for solitude, wildlife viewing, and accessing high mountain passes. The gentle elevation gain belies the trail's length and remote character, making it ideal for experienced backpackers seeking an extended wilderness experience.
Monture Musher
~1 min drive
Easy 4.6-mile walk with minimal elevation gain through Montana backcountry.
Mccabe Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate 11.4-mile creek drainage hike with steady climbing and mountain views.
Lake Creek Outfitter Tie
~15 min drive
Easy 1.1-mile connector trail with minimal elevation gain near Lake Creek.
East Spread
~10 min drive
Moderate 3.82-mile climb with 1,810 ft gain and scenic Montana views.
Dunham Creek
~5 min drive
32-mile backcountry creek drainage trail with gentle grades.
Dry Fork Highwater Route
~22 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Dry Fork drainage near Missoula area.
Canyon Lake
~14 min drive
Scenic 3.6-mile hike to an alpine lake with 343 ft elevation gain.
Monture
~5 min drive
Remote 24.5-mile backcountry trail through Mission Mountains wilderness.
Canyon Point
~17 min drive
Moderate 5.1-mile canyon hike with 1,369 ft elevation gain and scenic views.
Center Ridge
~5 min drive
Expert-level 27.63-mile ridge traverse with 5,048 ft elevation gain.