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Montana
23.7 mi
Distance
1,681 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Slough Creek
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Slough Creek is a scenic backcountry trail in the Yellowstone region offering an extended journey through diverse terrain and wildlife habitat. This nearly 24-mile route traverses meadows, forest, and creek valleys with steady elevation gain, providing excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and experiencing remote Montana wilderness. The trail is popular among backpackers seeking solitude and pristine natural landscapes.

Warm Creek Trailhead (3K4)
~14 min drive
From this trailhead you can embark on the following trail: Pebble Creek Trail Parking is available at the trailhead. Vault toilets are available nearby at the Warm Creek Picnic Area. Pebble Creek Trail A 12-mile (19-km) strenuous, one-way hike that begins at the Pebble Cre…
Rock Creek
~3 min drive
Moderate 12-mile creek-side hike with 2,074 ft elevation gain.
Tucker Creek
~7 min drive
Easy 2.2-mile forest walk with minimal elevation gain near Tucker Creek.
Anderson Ridge
~8 min drive
Moderate 7.55-mile ridge climb with 2,232 ft elevation gain.
Upper Slough Trailhead (2N4)
~8 min drive
This is a remote trailhead at the northern boundary of the park that is not accessible by road. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trail within the park: Slough Creek Trail
Wounded Man
~7 min drive
Moderate 8.42-mile Montana foothill hike with 1,379 ft elevation gain.
Horseshoe Basin
~8 min drive
Steep 1-mile alpine climb to scenic basin views.
Slough Creek
~9 min drive
Scenic creek-side hike through Yellowstone meadows and forest.
Buffalo Fork Trailhead (2N3)
~15 min drive
This is a remote trailhead at the northern boundary of the park that is not accessible by road. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trail within the park: Buffalo Fork Trail
Bull Creek
~8 min drive
Moderate 12.57-mile creek-side trail with 1,992 ft elevation gain.