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Montana
25.0 mi
Distance
3,473 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Sweet Grass
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Sweet Grass is a challenging backcountry trail offering nearly 25 miles of Montana wilderness exploration with substantial elevation gain. This remote route traverses diverse terrain typical of the Sweet Grass region, rewarding dedicated hikers with expansive views and solitude. The significant distance and elevation profile make this an excellent choice for experienced hikers seeking a full day or multi-day adventure.
Sunlight Lake
~5 min drive
Moderate 6.63-mile alpine lake hike with 1,477 ft elevation gain.
South Fork American Fork
~7 min drive
Accessible 4.87-mile forest hike along South Fork American Fork drainage.
Blue Lake
~7 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with steady climb and rewarding views.
Middle Fork Sweet Grass
~5 min drive
Moderate 6.87-mile hike with 1,470 ft gain in Sweet Grass country.
Cottonwood Lake
~11 min drive
Moderate 5.16-mile alpine lake hike with 2,106 ft elevation gain.
Big Timber Falls
~8 min drive
Quick waterfall hike with minimal elevation gain near Big Timber.
Big Timber Creek
~7 min drive
Strenuous 11.67-mile alpine climb with 5,266 ft elevation gain.
Lodgepole Creek
~11 min drive
Steady creek-side climb through lodgepole forest with 935 ft elevation gain.
Swamp Lake
~18 min drive
Moderate 4.2-mile hike to scenic alpine lake with steady elevation gain.
Sunlight Ridge
~10 min drive
Moderate ridge hike with 2,391 ft gain and expansive summit views.
