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Montana
8.0 mi
Distance
171 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Windy Ridge
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Windy Ridge offers a scenic 8-mile journey through Montana's backcountry with modest elevation gain, making it an accessible option for hikers seeking expansive ridge views and open terrain. The trail's name reflects its exposed ridgeline character, where wind-sculpted landscapes and panoramic vistas reward steady effort. This route is ideal for hikers looking to experience ridge walking without extreme technical demands.

Riverside Ski Trails Trailhead (WK9)
~5 min drive
The Riverside Ski Trail provides several easy options to ski along the Madison River and enjoy views of both the Gallatin and Madison mountain ranges. Boundary Street to loops: 1 mile (1.6 km) Downriver loop, full: 3.5 miles (5.6 km) Downriver loop, short: 2.2 miles (3.5 km) U…
Harlequin Lake Trail
~20 min drive
1.0 mi · Easy

Purple Mountain Trail
~23 min drive
6.7 mi · Moderate
Dead Dog
~1 min drive
Easy 3.68-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Dead Dog, Montana.

Mount Haynes Fishing Platform
~17 min drive
<p>At the Mount Haynes Overlook, approximately 3.5 miles (5.6 km) west of Madison Junction. A level boardwalk leads to the Madison River.</p>
Jerrys Journey (Xc)
~2 min drive
Easy 1.92-mile cross-country ski trail with minimal elevation gain.
Boundary Trail (Xc)
~6 min drive
Moderate 4.58-mile cross-country backcountry route through Montana wilderness.
Whiskey (Snowmo)
~2 min drive
Moderate 11.22-mile snowmobile trail with gentle elevation gain through Montana backcountry.

Gneiss Creek (WK7)
~20 min drive
This trailhead along Highway 191 in the western part of the park provides access to one trail: Gneiss Creek Trail Gneiss Creek Trail This moderate 13.9-mile (22.4-km) one-way hike that can start at either the Gneiss Creek Trailhead along Highway 191 and the western boundary…
Volunteer (Xc)
~3 min drive
Easy 2.8-mile cross-country ski trail with minimal elevation gain.