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Montana
11.6 mi
Distance
2,905 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Monitor Peak
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Monitor Peak offers a challenging 11.61-mile alpine adventure with nearly 3,000 feet of elevation gain, rewarding hikers with expansive views of the Montana high country. This hard-rated trail climbs steadily through varied terrain to reach the peak, providing a full day of mountain hiking through classic Northern Rockies landscape. The combination of distance and significant elevation gain makes this a serious undertaking best suited for experienced hikers in good physical condition.
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