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  • Gallatin County, Montana

    Top Spots in and near Gallatin County

    • Livingston, Montana

      Climbing Alpine Ice at Emerald Lake

      From the East Fork parking lot in Hyalite Canyon hike 4 miles gaining an easy 1,500 feet to Emerald Lake. Surrounded by mountains, Emerald Lake is a beautiful destination in itself. If you are looking for climbing, pick one of the many lines around.My partner and I decided to pick off one of the ...
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    • Gallatin Gateway, Montana

      Hike to Garnet Mountain Lookout

      5.0
      7.7 mi / 2800 ft gain
      Starting in Bozeman, travel south of Gallatin Gateway about 5 miles on Hwy 191 and turn left on to Storm Castle Creek Road. Follow this road for about 3.5 miles until the road ends. At this point, there is a decent sized parking area. The trail is open year round with ATV access and also snowmobi...
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    • Gallatin Gateway, Montana

      Summit Storm Castle Peak

      4.8
      5 mi / 1900 ft gain
      Storm Castle (or Castle Mountain) is a rocky peak that rises to an elevation of 7,280 ft on the east side of the Gallatin Canyon overlooking Beckman Flats. The hike is a gorgeous 5 mile out and back trail located just 30 minutes south of Bozeman, Montana in the Gallatin Canyon. This trail offers ...
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    • Livingston, Montana

      Summit Hyalite Peak

      4.9
      15 mi
      Hyalite peak is one of my favorite hikes. Named after the canyon it sits in Hyalite peak as 360 degree views, an offers and escape from the crowds of Hyalite Canyon due to the length of the hike. This 15 mile hike starts at the upper parking lot of hyalite canyon. The trail follows a river nearly...
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    • Livingston, Montana

      Ice Climb in Hyalite Canyon

      Hyalite Canyon in Bozeman, MT is one of North America's premier places to ice climb. From easy ice climbs to difficult mixed routes, Hyalite has something for everyone. Most climbs are short approaches that allow you to get out for just an afternoon but there is so much potential, you can spend a...
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    • Gallatin Gateway, Montana

      Hike to Lava Lake

      5.0
      6 mi / 1600 ft gain
      The 6 mile round trip to Lava Lake is a steady climb that runs beside Cascade Creek through the Lee Metcalf Wilderness. The trail starts at the Gallatin River and continues upward through dense evergreen forest. There are no confusing intersections but is quite rocky and considered to be moderate...
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    • Gallatin Gateway, Montana

      Hike to Emerald and Heather Lake

      5.0
      10.9 mi / 2000 ft gain
      Once in Bozeman, Take 19th Ave. south to Hyalite Canyon Rd. Turn left and continue past Hyalite Reservoir; when the road splits, take the left fork toward Palisade Falls. Continue past Palisade Falls to the end of the road. The trailhead is immediately ahead of you. This hike is around 11 miles t...
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    • Bozeman, Montana

      Climb the Bozeman Pass

      4.0
      Bozeman Pass is a great crag just out side of Bozeman. It offers limestone sport climbing ranging from 5.6-5.13. The approach is a short hike, unfortunately right next to the road, but otherwise enjoyable. To get there, you drive east towards billings and exit at trail creek, and take a left unde...
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    • Bozeman, Montana

      Hike Sypes Canyon

      3.0
      4 mi
      Sypes Canyon Trail is a gorgeous hike to a scenic lookout over Bozeman, MT. The trail only lies 20 minutes north of Bozeman and offers the perfect after work exercise. The trail is heavily populated with people and trail conditions fluctuate throughout the year. The trail follows a small creek th...
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    • Gallatin Gateway, Montana

      Hike to Golden Trout Lakes

      4.0
      5 mi / 1300 ft gain
      The Golden Trout lakes offer a scenic getaway just out of the Gallatin Valley Canyon. To access the trail head, turn east onto Portal Creek Road #984 and continue southeast for 6.8 miles. The road is in rough condition and is better suited for vehicles with a higher clearance. The trail head is e...
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    • Big Sky, Montana

      Summit Beehive Peak

      5 mi
      Beehive Basin has it all, a mini playground for outdoorsmen. My first visit was during the winter one year ago. We hoped to ski The Fourth of July Couloir, but conditions were not ideal and we left thinking about all the possible ski routes.I’ve been up numerous times since, running and climbing....
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    • Gallatin Gateway, Montana

      Beehive Basin Trail No. 40

      5.0
      7.01 mi / 1601 ft gain
      Beehive Basin Trail No. 40 is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Big Sky, Montana.
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    • Big Sky, Montana

      The Reflector Loop

      5.0
      3.65 mi / 814 ft gain
      The Reflector Loop is a well-known hiking trail located in Big Sky, Montana. This trail is approximately 3.65 miles long and is rated as moderate in difficulty. It features an elevation gain of about 814 feet, making it a suitable choice for hikers with a moderate level of fitness. The trail is...
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    • Big Sky, Montana

      Run the Rut

      17.4 mi / 7800 ft gain
      Thunderdome. That's the only way to describe it. Eight months later and I'm still thinking about it on a regular basis. My half-way grown out black toenail is a constant reminder of the epic-ness of that brutal race day.  The Rut is held the first weekend of September in Big Sky, MT -- a pretty r...
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    • Norris, Montana

      Climb Winter Wall

      Winter Wall provides a scenic view while tackling some fun climbs! Climbs range from 5.8 - 5.11+ including trad and sport routes. The wall soaks up the sun giving you a warm spot year round. Overlooking the Madison river you can camp close by, float the river, and get on the wall all in the same ...
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    • Ousel Falls Road, Montana

      Short Hike to Ousel Falls

      5.0
      1.6 mi / 250 ft gain
      The trailhead is easy to find, and has a vault toilet and a decently sized parking lot. The trail leaves from right next to the toilets, and is very easy to follow. Follow a couple easy switchbacks down the hillside, cross the memorial bridge and stop to take in the beautiful scenery before follo...
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    Camping and Lodging in Gallatin County

    Little Bear Cabin
    Gallatin Gateway, Montana

    Little Bear Cabin

    Fox Creek Cabin (Mt)
    Bozeman, Montana

    Fox Creek Cabin (Mt)

    Garnet Mountain Fire Lookout
    Gallatin Gateway, Montana

    Garnet Mountain Fire Lookout

    Maxey Cabin
    Livingston, Montana

    Maxey Cabin

    Window Rock Cabin
    Gallatin County, Montana

    Window Rock Cabin

    Mystic Lake Cabin
    Bozeman, Montana

    Mystic Lake Cabin