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  • Belt, Montana

    Sluice Boxes State Park

    5.0
    7.71 mi / 643 ft gain
    The soaring limestone cliffs and ledges mark the Belt Creek Canyon. Back in the day, this area in the Little Belt Mountains was a haven for mining. Now, the old railroad bed serves as the main access route of Sluice Boxes State Park. Sluice Boxes State Park was established in 1970 and consists o...
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  • Great Falls, Montana

    Hike Sulphur Springs Trail

    3.32 mi / 278 ft gain
    You can find the Sulphur Springs trailhead near the Morony Dam and Reservoir. There's a graveled parking lot, an outhouse and an informative story board to quell your curiosity. For your convenience, I'll give you a Reader's Digest version of the history of this specific area. As we all know, Lew...
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  • Great Falls, Montana

    North Shore Rivers Edge Trail East

    6.9 mi / 700 ft gain
    The North Shore Rivers Edge Trail East is a moderate trail that has been created mostly by the local biking associations. The trail follows the bluffs on the edge of the river with plenty of twists and turns to keep it interesting.  To access the East section of the North Shore Rivers Edge trail,...
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  • Highwood, Montana

    Ride Your Bike Near the Highwood Mountains

    40 mi / 3000 ft gain
    Ride across high plains, over rolling hills, or even through mountain passes, all depending on how long you want to ride for.  A popular day ride goes from Highwood, MT to Belt, MT and back. This 40-50 mile ride, whether you chose to make it a loop by riding back on a main road, or make it an out...
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  • Great Falls, Montana

    Hike or Bike the South Shore River's Edge Trail

    10 mi / 975 ft gain
    The South Shore River's Edge Trail runs along the Missouri River. The trail is rated as moderate and is perfect for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. It's an out-and-back, so you can go as far as you like. To start, park at the South Shore Trail Trailhead (click the Get Directions link ...
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  • Sun River, Montana

    Hike the First Peoples Buffalo Jump Loop

    5.0
    3 mi / 400 ft gain
    While the trail doesn't offer the typical scenery of a Montana hike, the views are spectacular. At the top of the jump, you're at one of the highest points of the basin, allowing you to take in the full magnitude of the surrounding mountains, which include the Big Belt, Little Belt and Highwood R...
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  • Fort Benton, Montana

    Paddle the Upper Missouri River: Fort Benton to Coal Banks Landing

    Did you know that Fort Benton was considered the "World's  Innermost Port" until the railroads started moving goods and people across the west? Nowadays, some people call Fort Benton a "sleepy little river town", but paddlers and history buffs seek the solitude and beauty of the Upper Missouri Ri...
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  • Neihart, Montana

    Ski or Snowboard at Showdown Resort

    An easy day trip from Helena, Great Falls, and Bozeman, Showdown Resort is a great place to bring the family for a fun day crushing turns on the mountain. With 1400 vertical feet to ski down, this mountain may be small compared to other well-known resorts like Big Sky Resort, but there is plenty ...
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  • White Sulphur Springs, Montana

    Hike Yogo Peak and Enjoy Views of Lake Elva

    A short 2-hour drive from Great Falls leads you to Yogo Peak and Lake Elva, an area of beauty, tranquility, and solitude. Yogo Peak is located in the Little Belt Mountains which are part of the Lewis & Clark National Forest.  Yogo Peak doesn't have a designated trail, but it is located to the...
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  • White Sulphur Springs, Montana

    Kings Hill Pass Trail

    5.9 mi / 1800 ft gain
    The Kings Hill Pass Trail is located off Highway 89 in the Little Belt Mountains of the Helena-Lewis & Clark National Forest. Kings Hill is considered a scenic byway and climbs to an elevation just over 7,200 feet at the pass.  Kings Hill Pass Trail is considered a more difficult trail and se...
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Camping and Lodging in Belt

Great Falls KOA Holiday
Great Falls, Montana

Great Falls KOA Holiday

Monument Peak Lookout
Meagher County, Montana

Monument Peak Lookout

Dry Wolf Cabin
Stanford, Montana

Dry Wolf Cabin

Judith Guard Station
Stanford, Montana

Judith Guard Station

Calf Creek Cabin
White Sulphur Springs, Montana

Calf Creek Cabin

Kings Hill Cabin
Neihart, Montana

Kings Hill Cabin

Guides, Insights and Stories from Belt

Experience the Best of Western Montana on this Epic 4-day Road Trip

Experience the Best of Western Montana on this Epic 4-day Road Trip

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7 Awesome Adventures to Do This Fall in Montana

7 Awesome Adventures to Do This Fall in Montana

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Fall is the Perfect Time for Adventuring in Montana

Fall is the Perfect Time for Adventuring in Montana

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These 8 Backpacking Trips in Montana Will Prepare You for Anything

These 8 Backpacking Trips in Montana Will Prepare You for Anything

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Fall for Montana in 10 Photos

Fall for Montana in 10 Photos

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