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Montana
6.1 mi
Distance
619 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
South Fork Big Creek
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South Fork Big Creek offers a moderate 6-mile round-trip hike through Montana backcountry with steady elevation gain through forested terrain. This trail provides access to the South Fork drainage system, showcasing typical Northern Rockies landscape with creek-side sections and forest canopy. The relatively modest elevation gain makes this an accessible option for hikers seeking solitude and riparian ecosystem views.
Big Creek Divide
~2 min drive
Accessible 3.4-mile climb to Big Creek Divide with strong elevation gain and alpine views.
Kootenai Lakes
~8 min drive
Easy 2.2-mile hike to scenic alpine lakes with modest elevation gain.
Big Creek
~9 min drive
A challenging 27.66-mile backcountry trek with 2,572 ft elevation gain.
Gash Creek
~10 min drive
Steep 4.8-mile climb with 2,310 ft gain through Montana backcountry.
Sweathouse Creek
~13 min drive
Steep creek-drainage trail with 1,095 ft gain over 3.79 miles.
Glen Lake
~10 min drive
Moderate 6-mile hike to alpine Glen Lake with 1,282 ft elevation gain.
Bear Creek Overlook
~13 min drive
Moderate 4.6-mile hike to scenic overlook with 1,143 ft elevation gain.
Nature Trail
~20 min drive
Easy, short nature walk ideal for families and beginners.
South Fork Bear Creek
~12 min drive
Moderate creek-drainage hike with steady climb and forest scenery.
Hauf Lake
~21 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with 1,704 ft gain and mountain views.
