Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Looking for the best backpacking in Lewis and Clark County? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Lewis and Clark County. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Backpacking Spots in and near Lewis and Clark County
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Lincoln, Montana
Hike the Continental Divide Trail via Roger Pass
2.33 mi / 665 ft gainAfter driving over Rogers Pass more times than I can count, we finally made it a point to stop and check out the Continental Divide Trail No. 440 -- glad we did. If you've driven the pass, you've seen the trail head about 66 miles west of Great Falls -- the wooden stairs off the right side of th...Read more -
Augusta, Montana
Hike Crown Mountain, Augusta
8 mi / 4200 ft gainLocated an hour and forty minutes east of Great Falls Montana, Crown Mountain is a fun day hike, and you'll see few if any other people. The nearest town is Augusta and a great place to stop for a burger and beer at Buckhorn Bar afterward. From Augusta, head West on Benchmark Road for 20 miles. ...Read more -
Augusta, Montana
Hike to Willow Creek Falls
5.04.5 mi / 1000 ft gainThe hike up Willow Creek Gorge is one of my favorites so far. Unfortunately, because of the terrain and elevation gain, I wouldn't recommend taking young kids but if you do, make sure they're attached to you in some way. There are no services at the trail head, so make sure to bring everything yo...Read more
