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Backpack to Little Rock Creek
Darby, Montana
9 mi
/ 1780 ft gain
Little Rock Creek is one of the Bitterroots' best kept secrets. In late spring, the glacier lilies are in full bloom, and sprinkle the valley floor. At that time of year, there may also be quite a bit of snow on the ground, which will require some bushwhacking to stay on the trail.Little Rock Creek Lake is about 4.5 miles in. Once you arrive, you can rest and take a nap on the warm rocks beside...
Little Rock Creek Trail
Darby, Montana
8.4 mi
/ 2060 ft gain
Little Rock Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Darby, Montana.
Chaffin Creek Trail
Darby, Montana
13.23 mi
/ 2730 ft gain
Chaffin Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Darby, Montana.
Backpack and Summit Trapper Peak
Darby, Montana
4.0
8.75 mi
/ 3327 ft gain
From Darby, MT, follow MT 473 south for 4 miles to West Fork Bitterroot River Rd. A mile past the Job Corps, at milepost 7, turn right on FS 5634 (Baker Point Rd.). Follow this road 10 miles to the trailhead at about 7000 ft.
The trail begins on a FS trail to Baker Lake. There are fish in Baker Lake and there are ample places to fish from the shore of the lake. There are two possible routes fro...
Camas Lake Trail
Hamilton, Montana
5.63 mi
/ 1355 ft gain
Camas Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Hamilton, Montana.
Middle Lake and Gem Lake Trail
Darby, Montana
4.4 mi
/ 1266 ft gain
Middle Lake and Gem Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Conner, Montana.
Ward Mountain Trail
Hamilton, Montana
8.22 mi
/ 4803 ft gain
Ward Mountain Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Hamilton, Montana.
Hike Blodgett Canyon Overlook
Hamilton, Montana
4.7
3 mi
/ 400 ft gain
The drive up forest service road 735 can be a little sketchy. Caution is advised during winter months or if the road is wet or muddy. The road dead ends at the Canyon Creek/Blodgett Overlook trailhead. There is ample parking space and an outhouse.
Begin on the Canyon Creek trail and hang a right at the sign to stay on Blodgett Overlook trail 101. From there, the trail gradually ascends with...
Blodgett Canyon Overlook Trail
Hamilton, Montana
2.78 mi
/ 518 ft gain
Blodgett Canyon Overlook Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Hamilton, Montana.
Places to stay
Darby, Montana
Gird Point
Overview
The Gird Point Lookout offers a unique chance to camp on top of a mountain peak in a rustic, old-time setting. It sits high abov...
Darby, Montana
Woods Cabin
Overview
Woods Cabin offers a unique chance to camp in the forest, in a rustic, old-time setting, while enjoying all the summer and winte...
Conner, Montana
Spring Gulch
Overview
Spring Gulch Campground is a well-maintained campground located about 50 feet from the highway, on the banks of the scenic Bitte...
Conner, Montana
Medicine Point Lookout
Overview
Medicine Point Lookout is a historic tower located on Medicine Point, west of Sula. It has been restored to reflect a lookout of...
Conner, Montana
Twogood Cabin
Overview
Twogood Cabin offers guests a unique chance to camp in the forest of western Montana, in a rustic, old-time setting. It is avail...
Darby, Montana
Rombo
Overview
Rombo Campground is located in a scenic area along the West Fork Bitterroot River in the mountains of southwestern Montana. The ...
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