Butte, Montana
Top Spots in and near Butte
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Butte, Montana
Hike Maud S. Canyon Loop
4 mi / 994 ft gainMaud S is a great moderately traveled trail that weaves you through dry grassland, forests, and provides you with beautiful mountain views totaling 994 ft of elevation gain. You will find people hiking, running hills, mountain biking, and walking their dogs on this trail. After completing the ste...Read more -
Anaconda, Montana
Photograph the Falls at Lost Creek State Park
5.0Drive along the park road until the road loops back near the campground. Park in any available space. From here, the falls are a short, 200 yard walk down a paved trail. Be sure to wear slip resistant shoes that you don't mind getting wet.After photographing the falls, be sure to follow the trail...Read more -
Deer Lodge, Montana
Summit Mount Powell
11.6 mi / 4730 ft gainFrom Interstate 90, exit at Racetrack #195. Continue west for one mile and turn north at a T intersection. Follow the road for about 0.75 mi. to Quinlan Rd. and continue west with a dogleg south for 3.5 mi. Take a sharp right to the north east to a Y and take the left fork. After about 0.07 mi., ...Read more -
Wise River, Montana
Hike to Lower and Upper Seymour Lakes
5.012 miThere are so many wilderness areas to choose from in Montana, it can be quite overwhelming. But try this on for size: the Pintlers are essentially Glacier National Park, without the people. Not only does it traverse the CDT, but chances are you won't see a lot of people, if any, on your adventure...Read more -
Anaconda, Montana
Hike to Fourmile Basin Lakes
Distance: 8 miles round-tripTime: 4 hoursDifficulty: Easy to ModerateTrailhead: 46.135170, -113.207803From MT-1, follow the signs for Trail 44 along Twin Lakes Creek Road until it ends. The trail begins at the end of the road.The area is largely second-growth forest, having been cut several times...Read more -
Anaconda, Montana
Ski or Snowboard Discovery Mountain
Discovery Ski Area is an alpine ski area in the small town of Anaconda, Montana. With over 2,200 acres of skiing and over 8,000 feet of elevation at the summit, you can find an adventure to fit any skill level. After entering Anaconda take the Pintler Veterans Memorial Scenic Hwy south towards G...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Continental Divide Trail: MacDonald Pass to Priest Pass
5.010.8 mi / 2500 ft gainThe CDT trail is a popular trail with thru-hikers, and is considered one of the three Crown Jewels. The Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail being the other two. This section of the Continental Divide Trail starts 25-minutes to the West of Helena just off Highway 12 at the CDNST Trailhe...Read more -
Harrison, Montana
Relax at Potosi Hot Springs
4.3Rain filled the air and fog hung low. It was to dreary to do much, but the idea of soaking in a natural warm springs beneath the peaks of the Tobacco Root mountains was too tempting to stay in side.Potosi Hot Springs is about 25 minutes out of the town of Pony, MT. It’s one of my favorite places ...Read more -
Anaconda, Montana
Backpack the Warren Pass Loop
12 mi / 2000 ft gainOften overlooked due not to its lack of scenery, but rather because of its proximity to both Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks, the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness in southwest Montana is a haven for hikers and backpackers seeking a true wilderness experience. Established in 1964, the area strad...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Rodney Ridge Trail
2.6 mi / 300 ft gainWith it's easy access from Rodney Street, Rodney Ridge Trail is a locals favorite. The trail heads up the ridge and provides fantastic views of Helena below. The trail is rated as moderate, and is used primarily for mountain biking and hiking. Dogs are allowed, so, you'll most like encounter a 4...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Mount Ascension
3 mi / 950 ft gainMount Ascension is a popular trail in Helena. It's used for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. It can be accessed year-round, but can get icy and slippery during the winter. The path for Mount Ascension is a network of trails that that can be done as an out-and-back, or a lollipop trail...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Prospect Shaft Trail
2.4 mi / 800 ft gainThe Prospect Shaft Trail is a lightly used trail used to reach the summit of Mt Helena. The trail is rated as a 'moderate' trail due to its steep, loose, rocky surface. Due to these characteristics, it's rarely used for mountain biking and primarily used for hiking and trail running. The views a...Read more -
Helena, Montana
1906 Trail
3 mi / 1000 ft gainLocated just outside of Helena, the 1906 Trail starts at the Mt Helena Parking Lot. The path is wide enough to share with hikers, trail runners, or mountain bikers. Note: this is an uphill-only trail for mountain biking. It's a very popular trail due to its wide trail and awesome views from the t...Read more -
Anaconda, Montana
Hike the Johnson Lake Loop
16 mi / 3160 ft gainDay 1: After pulling into the Middle Fork parking lot, there will be two trailheads. Sign in at either one, but I started at TH 28 to head directly to Johnson Lake. A gradual climb passes beautiful waterfalls and recovering burn scars dotted with flowers. To Johnson Lake is 5.2 miles with an ele...Read more -
McAllister, Montana
Camp at South Meadow Creek Lake
4.0To access the lake, take South Meadow Creek Road that exits US 287 at McAllister, MT. This dirt road will head west into the Tobacco Roots before turning into FS Road 1221 approximately 3 miles before the lake. If you are in a vehicle not equipped for off-roading, park your vehicle where FS Road ...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Butte
Butte, Montana
Butte KOA Journey
Here's an enviable spot to camp, midway between glorious Glacier and Yellowstone national parks. But don't hurry away until you've had a ...
Butte, Montana
Sheepshead Picnic Area
Overview
THIS SITE IS NO LONGER FOR AVAILABLE FOR RESERVATIONS ON THE REC.GOV SYSTEM AND SHOULD BE TAKEN OFF THE SYSTEM. DATES HAVE BEEN ...
Butte, Montana
Lowland Picnic Area
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THIS SITE IS NO LONGER FOR AVAILABLE FOR RESERVATIONS ON THE REC.GOV SYSTEM AND SHOULD BE TAKEN OFF THE SYSTEM. DATES HAVE BEEN ...
Butte, Montana
Freedom Point Picnic Area
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THIS SITE IS NO LONGER FOR AVAILABLE FOR RESERVATIONS ON THE REC.GOV SYSTEM AND SHOULD BE TAKEN OFF THE SYSTEM. DATES HAVE BEEN ...
Anaconda, Montana
High Rye Cabin
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High Rye Cabin is a quaint place to stay, ideally situated for exploring the northern Fleecer Mountains. An abundance of recreat...
Butte, Montana
Fleecer Station
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Fleecer Cabin is popular for hunters and hikers during the summer and fall months. It is not far from Butte, giving locals a res...