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Montana
6.0 mi
Distance
941 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Nelson Lake
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Nelson Lake Trail is a moderate 6-mile round-trip hike offering steady elevation gain through Montana's scenic backcountry. This trail provides access to an alpine lake nestled in the mountains, with rewarding views and a relatively accessible route for hikers seeking mountain lake scenery without extreme technical difficulty.
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~1 min drive
Short, easy Montana hike with gentle elevation gain.
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Boulder Creek
~5 min drive
Challenging 18.45-mile alpine trail with 2,919 ft gain in Montana backcountry.
Neslon-Gemmel Creeks
~1 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Montana foothills with minimal elevation gain.
Ward-Wheeler Creek
~3 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Montana forest and meadows.
Mud Creek
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Soda Spirngs Creek
~4 min drive
Easy 1-mile creek walk with minimal elevation gain.
Boulder Point Lookout
~4 min drive
Steep climb to a historic fire lookout with expansive mountain views.
Piquett Divide
~10 min drive
Remote 17.5-mile divide crossing with 2,163 ft gain and alpine views.
Soda Springs Creek
~4 min drive
Easy creek-side walk with gentle elevation gain near Soda Springs.
