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Montana
13.7 mi
Distance
1,259 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Shaw Creek
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Shaw Creek Trail is a moderately challenging 13.73-mile out-and-back journey through Montana backcountry, gaining 1,259 feet of elevation. This trail offers hikers an extended wilderness experience through the Shaw Creek drainage, with typical Montana mixed terrain of forest and open areas. The creek itself provides a scenic focal point and reliable water source throughout much of the hike.
Shaw Mtn
~1 min drive
Steep 4-mile climb to Shaw Mountain summit with 2,633 ft elevation gain.
Koessler Lake
~4 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with significant elevation gain near Koessler Lake.
Holland-Gordon
~4 min drive
Challenging 57.8-mile backcountry traverse through remote Montana wilderness.
Doctor Creek
~3 min drive
Gentle creek-side hike through forested Montana terrain with minimal elevation gain.
Bartlett
~7 min drive
Easy 0.82-mile walk near Bartlett—perfect for beginners and families.
Cardinal Creek
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.85-mile climb gaining 2,266 ft along scenic Cardinal Creek.
Lena Peak
~8 min drive
Steep 2.65-mile climb to Lena Peak with 1,000 ft elevation gain.
Lena Lake
~7 min drive
Easy 1.7-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with 309 ft elevation gain.
Big Salmon Creek
~9 min drive
Long creek-drainage trail through Montana backcountry with gentle grades.
South Clearwater Loop
~12 min drive
Moderate 6-mile loop through Clearwater drainage with creek views.
