Montana

Looking for the best hiking in Montana? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Montana. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top Hiking Spots in and near Montana

  • Philipsburg, Montana

    Hike the Hogback Ridge Trail

    11 mi / 5242 ft gain
    The trailhead is accessed at the Hogback Homestead. [GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):46.41056, -113.7019446°24'38"N, 113°42'7"W] Due to the isolated location of this trailhead, and the miles of rough dirt road that it takes to get there, you will more than likely have the place to yourself. Park ...
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  • Butte, Montana

    Hike Maud S. Canyon Loop

    4 mi / 994 ft gain
    Maud 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...
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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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  • Red Lodge, Montana

    Snowshoeing to Silver Falls

    8 mi
    Thinking we could drive straight to the trailhead in the winter was our first incorrect assumption. When we arrived, we discovered that Lake Fork Road is closed after a certain point, adding another mile or so to our hike. The snow was falling very heavily and we decided to start out and call it ...
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  • Condon, Montana

    Holland Lake and Falls

    5.0
    3.05 mi / 561 ft gain
    Holland Lake and Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Condon, Montana.
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  • Missoula, Montana

    Blue Mountain Lookout Deadman Ridge Trail

    5.0
    4.79 mi / 840 ft gain
    Blue Mountain Lookout Deadman Ridge Trail in Missoula, Montana is a moderately challenging hiking trail. The trail spans approximately 4.79 miles, offering a round-trip hike that takes about 3 to 4 hours to complete. The trail is marked by a steady incline, with an elevation gain of 840 feet. T...
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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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  • 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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  • Whitefish, Montana

    Lion Mountain Trail

    2.92 mi / 453 ft gain
    Lion Mountain Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Whitefish, Montana.
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  • Superior, Montana

    Heart and Pearl Lakes Trail

    5.0
    7.66 mi / 1850 ft gain
    Heart and Pearl Lakes Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Superior, Montana.
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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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  • Choteau, Montana

    Hike Mount Werner

    9.5 mi / 3048 ft gain
    The Mount Werner Trail starts at the Blackleaf Canyon Trailhead in the Montana front range of the Rocky Mountains. On a side note, Blackleaf Canyon is also a popular rock climbing area. On the trail, you'll walk along Blackleaf Creek, and Muddy Creek so water will be available during the hike in ...
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  • Rising Sun, Montana

    Baring Falls via Piegan Pass Trail

    1.96 mi / 246 ft gain
    Baring Falls via Piegan Pass Trail is an out-and-back trail to a waterfall located near the southern end of St. Mary Lake in East Glacier Park Village, Montana.
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  • West Glacier, Montana

    Rocky Point via Lake McDonald Trail

    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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  • Browning, Montana

    The Garden Wall

    15.16 mi / 3944 ft gain
    The Garden Wall Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near West Glacier, Montana.
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  • Libby, Montana

    Granite Lake

    5.0
    11.06 mi / 1673 ft gain
    Granite Lake is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Libby, Montana.
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