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Montana
6.0 mi
Distance
120 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
West Mountain Creek
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West Mountain Creek is an accessible 6-mile out-and-back trail featuring gentle terrain and modest elevation gain, making it ideal for hikers seeking a relaxed day in the Montana backcountry. The trail follows the creek drainage through mixed forest, offering opportunities to observe riparian wildlife and enjoy the soothing sounds of flowing water. This route provides a perfect introduction to the West Mountain area with manageable mileage and straightforward navigation.
Stark Mountain
~5 min drive
Steep 7.81-mile climb to Stark Mountain with 3,393 ft elevation gain.
Kreis Pond Green Loop
~12 min drive
Easy 2.3-mile pond loop with gentle forest walking and scenic water views.
Grand Menard Envir Discovery
~14 min drive
Easy 2.13-mile loop through Grand Menard environmental area.
Josephine
~11 min drive
Moderate 8-mile climb with 3,100 ft gain near Josephine, Montana.
Kreis Pond Orange Loop
~12 min drive
Easy 3.88-mile loop around Kreis Pond with gentle elevation gain.
Quartz Flat Nature
~16 min drive
Easy 1.08-mile nature walk with minimal elevation gain near Quartz Flat.
Kreis Pond Red Loop
~14 min drive
14.63-mile moderate loop around Kreis Pond with 1,035 ft elevation gain.
Kreis Pond Blue Loop - A
~12 min drive
Easy 4-mile loop around Kreis Pond with 432 ft elevation gain.
Albert-Petty Tie
~23 min drive
Short, steep connector trail with steady elevation gain in central Montana.
Kennedy Creek
~15 min drive
Moderate 8-mile creek-side hike with 1,590 ft gain in central Montana.
