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Montana
12.7 mi
Distance
2,939 ft
Gain
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Sawmill Ridge
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Sawmill Ridge is a challenging 12.74-mile backcountry trek that rewards hikers with nearly 3,000 feet of elevation gain and expansive ridge-top views across Montana's wilderness. This hard-rated trail traverses high alpine terrain along a prominent ridgeline, offering panoramic vistas of surrounding peaks and valleys. The route combines sustained climbing with exposed ridge walking, making it ideal for experienced hikers seeking solitude and dramatic mountain scenery.
Babcock
~3 min drive
Moderate 7.78-mile day hike with 1,187 ft elevation gain near Babcock.
Spink Point
~11 min drive
Accessible Montana hike to scenic viewpoint with steady elevation gain.
Cinnamon Bear Point
~14 min drive
Short, easy trail to scenic point with 260 ft elevation gain.
Solomon Ridge
~4 min drive
Demanding 19-mile ridge traverse with 3,884 ft gain and expansive alpine views.
Wahlquist Ridge
~17 min drive
Moderate 9.8-mile ridge hike with 2,390 ft gain and panoramic views.
Arasta
~14 min drive
Easy 2.4-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Arasta.
Grizzly Creek
~6 min drive
Strenuous 10.8-mile backcountry hike with nearly 3,000 ft elevation gain.
Little Threemile
~32 min drive
Moderate 5.6-mile climb with 1,912 ft gain near Little Threemile, Montana.
Quigg Peak
~17 min drive
Quick alpine summit with steady elevation gain and accessible terrain.
Welcome-Sawmill Saddle
~6 min drive
Scenic 9-mile saddle traverse with moderate climbing and open ridge views.
