Denton, Montana

Top Spots in and near Denton

  • Denton, Montana

    Spend the night at the Founders Hut and see the Prairie like you never have before!

    9 mi / 1000 ft gain
    The American Prairie Reserve (APR) in northeast and central Montana is the largest conservation project in the Lower 48, and a work in progress.  It's an effort to acquire more than three million acres of land to create the largest wildlife reserve in the Continental US, as well as as an effort t...
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  • Lewistown, Montana

    Fly Fish at Big Spring Creek

    Big Spring Creek is home to big brown trout as well as rainbow trout. While most trout are about 12-18" in length, there are some larger ones waiting for you!  The creek runs for about 30 miles with gorgeous views all along the way. Almost the entirety of the creek is accessible to the public, ma...
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  • Lewistown, Montana

    Take a Stroll through Labyrinth Garden

    This place is an example of finding beauty in the small places. Labyrinth Garden is not in the mountains, but right in the middle of Lewiston Montana. It is a beautiful garden located in Frank Day Park. The sign says it is a seven-circuit labyrinth. The paths are lined with celebration stones. It...
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  • Moore, Montana

    Stay at The Montana Bunkhouse

    2 mi / 500 ft gain
    The Montana Bunkhouse is a great place to unplug and enjoy time with friends and family. This two bedroom bunkhouse rests in the foothills of the Big Snowy mountains on the Olsen family ranch an hour from the nearest town. The building was built in 1905 as a community hall, later converted to a ...
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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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  • Fort Benton, Montana

    Neat Coulee on The Upper Missouri River Breaks

    2 mi / 100 ft gain
    Neat Coulee is a slot canyon in Central Montana that was formed by water erosion of the white sandstone cliffs. To get to the Neat Coulee, you'll need to do a river trip. The nearest put-in in Coal Banks Landing. You could exit the river at Hole in the Rock road, but most people continue on to Ju...
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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Lewistown, Montana

    Conquer the Montana Island Challenge

    7.16 mi / 1024 ft gain
    The Montana Island Challenge is held every year in August at the Half Moon Ranch located about an hour from Lewistown. The ranch has camping spots and a few bunkhouses available if you'd rather head up the day before instead of getting up at the crack of dawn the day of the race.The challenge con...
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Camping and Lodging in Denton

Judith Guard Station
Stanford, Montana

Judith Guard Station

Dry Wolf Cabin
Stanford, Montana

Dry Wolf Cabin

Crystal Lake Group Campsite
Moore, Montana

Crystal Lake Group Campsite

Crystal Lake Cabin
Moore, Montana

Crystal Lake Cabin

Kings Hill Cabin
Neihart, Montana

Kings Hill Cabin

Guides, Insights and Stories from Denton

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

Jon Mattrisch

7 Awesome Adventures to Do This Fall in Montana

7 Awesome Adventures to Do This Fall in Montana

The Outbound Collective

Fall is the Perfect Time for Adventuring in Montana

Fall is the Perfect Time for Adventuring in Montana

The Outbound Collective

These 8 Backpacking Trips in Montana Will Prepare You for Anything

These 8 Backpacking Trips in Montana Will Prepare You for Anything

The Outbound Collective

Fall for Montana in 10 Photos

Fall for Montana in 10 Photos

Karissa Frye