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Montana
17.3 mi
Distance
1,639 ft
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Why you'll love it
Stillwater River
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The Stillwater River trail is a moderately challenging 17.26-mile journey through Montana's scenic river valley, offering hikers an extended wilderness experience with steady elevation gain through mixed terrain. This trail follows the Stillwater River drainage, providing opportunities to experience riparian ecosystems and mountain vistas typical of south-central Montana. The route's length and consistent elevation gain make it ideal for hikers seeking a full-day adventure with moderate physical demands.
Gorge Bypass
~0 min drive
Steep 0.73-mile bypass trail with 394 ft elevation gain.
Rabbit Gulch
~5 min drive
16-mile gulch trail with 528 ft gain through scenic Montana drainage.
Stillwater Plateau
~7 min drive
Accessible plateau hike with steady elevation gain and expansive views.
Woodbine Falls
~1 min drive
Short waterfall hike with modest elevation gain near Woodbine Falls.
West Fork Stillwater
~8 min drive
16-mile creek-side hike through forested Stillwater drainage with steady climbing.
Initial Creek
~9 min drive
6.79-mile creek-side hike with steady elevation gain in Montana backcountry.
Pinchot Lake
~16 min drive
Moderate 7.2-mile hike to scenic alpine lake with modest elevation gain.
Stillwater River
~11 min drive
Moderate 14.2-mile river valley hike with 921 ft elevation gain.
Castle Creek
~12 min drive
Moderate 11.78-mile alpine creek trail with 1,809 ft elevation gain.
Island Lake
~16 min drive
Easy 1.44-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake in Montana.
