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Montana
7.0 mi
Distance
1,942 ft
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Switchback Ridge
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Switchback Ridge offers a moderately challenging 7-mile journey through Montana's backcountry with nearly 2,000 feet of elevation gain. The trail's namesake switchbacks provide efficient climbing through varied terrain, rewarding hikers with ridge-top views and expansive vistas of the surrounding landscape. This is a solid half-day adventure for hikers seeking a good workout with scenic payoff.
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