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Montana
14.0 mi
Distance
2,026 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Shafer
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The Shafer Trail is a moderately challenging 13.97-mile loop offering substantial elevation gain through Montana's diverse terrain. This trail rewards hikers with extended views and a good cardiovascular workout, making it ideal for experienced day hikers seeking a full day in the backcountry.
Noisy Creek
~1 min drive
Moderate 8.38-mile creek-side hike with 2,019 ft elevation gain.
Bobtail
~4 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile Montana foothill hike with 1,188 ft elevation gain.
Tom Poole Lake
~4 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with steady climb to scenic mountain lake.
Mount Tom
~5 min drive
Moderate 8.38-mile summit hike with 1,814 ft gain and rewarding views.
Quartz
~7 min drive
Easy 4-mile loop with minimal elevation gain near Quartz, Montana.
Banfield Mountain
~8 min drive
Scenic 4.4-mile climb to Banfield Mountain with 912 ft elevation gain.
Upper Pipe
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.75-mile climb with 1,345 ft gain in Upper Pipe area.
Banfield Ridge
~9 min drive
Moderate ridge hike with scenic vistas and steady elevation gain.
Timberlane Loop B
~10 min drive
Easy 1.16-mile loop with minimal elevation gain near Timberlane.
Turner Mountain
~6 min drive
Challenging 11.6-mile alpine climb with 3,454 ft elevation gain near Turner Mountain.
