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Montana
9.9 mi
Distance
1,666 ft
Gain
4h 9m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Flathead National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Rambler Creek
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Rambler Creek is a moderate 9.94-mile trail offering a rewarding day hike through Montana's backcountry with nearly 1,700 feet of elevation gain. This creek-side route showcases the region's classic montane forest and riparian ecosystems, with the creek providing a constant companion and water source throughout much of the journey. The steady climb rewards hikers with expanding views and access to higher elevation terrain typical of the Montana wilderness.
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