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Montana
20.0 mi
Distance
2,370 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Willow Creek
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Willow Creek is a challenging 20-mile backcountry trek through Montana's diverse terrain, offering substantial elevation gain and rewarding views of the surrounding wilderness. This trail traverses creek drainages and forested slopes typical of the region, providing hikers with an immersive experience in remote Montana landscape. The distance and elevation profile make this a serious undertaking best suited for experienced hikers seeking solitude and a full day of hiking.
Big Log Gulch
~3 min drive
Remote 19-mile Montana gulch trek with 1,467 ft gain; experienced hikers only.
Mann Gulch
~6 min drive
Steep 4.45-mile climb into historic Mann Gulch with significant elevation gain.
Upper Log Gulch Trail
~10 min drive
Short, easy gulch hike through Montana forest with modest elevation gain.
Meriwether Canyon
~6 min drive
Challenging 12.5-mile canyon hike with 5,000 ft elevation gain in remote Montana wilderness.
Missouri River Canyon
~9 min drive
Moderate canyon trail following the Missouri River with steady elevation gain.
Lower Log Gulch Trail
~10 min drive
Easy 1.7-mile gulch hike with 373 ft gain near Lower Log Gulch.
Refrigerator Canyon
~10 min drive
Moderate 9.56-mile canyon hike with 2,031 ft gain near Refrigerator Canyon, Montana.
Porcupine Creek
~10 min drive
Easy 3-mile creek-side walk through Montana forest.
Juniper Bay Trail
~11 min drive
Easy 1.85-mile juniper woodland walk with 404 ft elevation gain.
Beartrap
~22 min drive
Moderate 8.76-mile Montana trail with 2,106 ft elevation gain.
