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Montana
20.2 mi
Distance
2,617 ft
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West Fork Fish Creek
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West Fork Fish Creek is a challenging 20-mile backcountry trek that rewards experienced hikers with remote wilderness exploration in Montana's rugged terrain. This out-and-back or loop option gains over 2,600 feet through forested valleys and alpine meadows, following a creek drainage through the heart of undeveloped country. The trail offers solitude and authentic backcountry experience for those prepared for a full day or multi-day adventure.
North Fork Fish Creek
~1 min drive
Remote 22-mile backcountry creek trail with 3,090 ft elevation gain.
Saint Patrick Peak Summit
~9 min drive
Quick alpine summit with 444 ft gain near Saint Patrick Peak.
Pearl Lake
~14 min drive
Moderate 4.68-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with 1,318 ft elevation gain.
Straight Creek
~1 min drive
Challenging 15.92-mile backcountry route with 3,203 ft elevation gain.
Surveyor Lake
~11 min drive
Easy 0.82-mile walk to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Hoodoo Lake
~19 min drive
Moderate 4.5-mile hike to scenic alpine lake with 1,053 ft elevation gain.
Indian Ridge
~5 min drive
Challenging 14.89-mile ridge traverse with 2,932 ft elevation gain and alpine vistas.
Cedar Log Lake
~13 min drive
Easy 2-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake through forested terrain.
Trail Lake
~20 min drive
Steep alpine hike to a mountain lake with significant elevation gain.
Cedar Peak-Straight Peak
~5 min drive
Strenuous 18-mile alpine loop connecting two Montana peaks.
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