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Montana
14.6 mi
Distance
1,524 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Sapphire - Smokey
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The Sapphire-Smokey trail is a moderately challenging 14.55-mile journey through Montana's scenic backcountry, offering hikers a substantial day hike or backpacking option. With over 1,500 feet of elevation gain spread across diverse terrain, this trail rewards adventurers with expansive views and access to the remote Sapphire-Smokey region. The route combines steady climbing with varied landscape, making it an excellent choice for hikers seeking solitude and natural beauty.
Holland-Sapphire
~1 min drive
Easy 0.8-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Holland-Sapphire.
Holland Lookout
~2 min drive
Steady climb to a historic fire lookout with expansive mountain views.
E. Holland Lake Connect.
~4 min drive
Moderate connector trail to Holland Lake with steady forest hiking and alpine access.
Sapphire Lakes
~1 min drive
Short alpine lake trail with scenic mountain views in the Sapphires.
Big Salmon Creek
~3 min drive
Long creek-drainage trail through Montana backcountry with gentle grades.
Doctor Creek
~9 min drive
Gentle creek-side hike through forested Montana terrain with minimal elevation gain.
Holland Lake Nature Trail
~6 min drive
Easy lakeside nature loop with minimal elevation gain near Holland Lake.
East Foothill
~3 min drive
13.3-mile foothill trail with 508 ft gain and steady Montana views.
Lena Peak
~9 min drive
Steep 2.65-mile climb to Lena Peak with 1,000 ft elevation gain.
Holbrook Creek
~8 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Montana's riparian landscape.
