Top Spots in and near Flathead National Forest
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Martin City, Montana
About 100 miles of mostly gravel roads (14 miles of pavement) will take you around this beautiful reservoir. With that many miles of road and the shoreline to go with it, it is obvious that there is plenty to see and do in the Hungry Horse area. Check out some of my other adventures for ideas of...
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Hungry Horse, Montana
The drive out to the trailhead where this hike starts is an adventure in and of itself. As the Forest Service website describes it. "Silvertip Trailhead is accessed from Highway 2. From the town of Hungry Horse, drive east on Highway 2 for ½ mile to the East Side Reservoir Road #38. Turn right (s...
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Dayton, Montana
There are many boat ramps to access Flathead Lake, but the closest location to Wild Horse Island is Dayton, MT. Dayton offers easy access with only about a 1-hour paddle to the island for the novice kayakers. Unfortunately, the boat ramp in Dayton does not have room for parking, thus it is only a...
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Kalispell, Montana
Western Larch and Cliff Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Kalispell, Montana.
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Kalispell, Montana
Notch Trail, Overlook Trail, and Plum Creek Road Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Kalispell, Montana.
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West Glacier, Montana
The trailhead for Skiumah Creek Trail is located just off of highway 2, and is well marked from both directions of the road. It is roughly 15 miles East on Highway 2 from the West Glacier Entrance of Glacier National Park. Parking is located on the other side of Highway 2 than the actual trailhea...
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Columbia Falls, Montana
27.51 mi
/ 3856.3 ft gain
Canyon Creek Snowmobile Trail: Montana's Winter Backcountry Epic
The Canyon Creek Snowmobile Trail starting at Canyon Creek Road delivers a 27.5-mile round-trip winter adventure through some of northwest Montana's most spectacular terrain. This route winds through pristine alpine forests, climbs...
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Columbia Falls, Montana
4.3
7.23 mi
/ 1890 ft gain
Precursor: I completed this hike in November, hence the snow in the photos. Due to a lack of tree coverage, this hike is best suited for a cool summer day, or in the late spring and early autumn. It is doable in the heat of the summer, but be sure to pack plenty of water.
This hike begins by tre...
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Condon, Montana
About 2 mi. south of Condon, MT, take Rumble Creek Road east to Cooney Lookout and park at the trailhead at 4550 ft.
Follow the trail for about 1 mi. and after about 100 yards after the third bridge, look for a well worn trail heading up the hill side. Take this steep, hard-packed trail and follo...
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West Glacier, Montana
Rent kayaks at the shore of Lake McDonald and take them out for the day. Make sure to start early to get a full day in and leave yourself enough time to stop for lunch. There are multiple places to pull off and bring your kayaks onto the shore and do some small hikes. The views are spectacular fr...
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West Glacier, Montana
The Belton Bridge is the old entrance to glacier. You can get there by turning right down old river bridge road, which is the first right when you turn in to the West Glacier village. There are some 5-8 ft rocks to jump off, but be sure to check the water below them first. The water is gorgeous, ...
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West Glacier, Montana
5.0
2.04 mi
/ 197 ft gain
From the trailhead, just past Fish Creek Campground on the North Fork Road, begin strolling along the trail towards Rocky Point. The trail meanders through some forest, and along a stream, and then eventually gets you some views of Lake McDonald. The trail is signed the whole way. Finish off your...
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West Glacier, Montana
5.0
1.63 mi
/ 138 ft gain
The Rocky Point Trail via Lake McDonald is a short, scenic hike in Glacier National Park that offers peaceful views of Lake McDonald, gentle terrain, and a quieter alternative to more heavily trafficked areas. Ideal for families and casual hikers, this easy trail winds through a fire-scarred lo...
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Glacier County, Montana
Two Medicine Lake sits in the southeastern part of Glacier NP away from the more popular Going-to-the-Sun Road. The 2-mile long lake has a 100 site campground that serves visitors on a first-come-first-serve basis; the campground opens mid-April and closes in November. From the main parking area...
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