Wolf Creek, Montana
Top Spots in and near Wolf Creek
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Wolf Creek, Montana
Fly Fish the Missouri River from Holter Dam to Cascade.
5.0Due to the cold water being released from the bottom of Holter Lake, it creates excellent habitat for trout. The section of the Missouri River from Holter Dam to Cascade, MT is the main area for trout fishing, and has excellent access to the river. This section of river runs through the valley w...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Four Wheel Drive and then Hike to Historic Mann Gulch
2.4 mi / 1535 ft gainIn 1949, a fire started in a remote area of the Gates of the Mountains wilderness, a gulch east of the Upper Missouri River. Fifteen smokejumpers were dropped in to fight it. Thirteen died. The United States Forest Service drew lessons from the tragedy of the Mann Gulch fire by designing new trai...Read more -
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 -
Helena, Montana
Explore Refrigerator Canyon
0.5 mi / 100 ft gainThe Refrigerator Canyon Trail is a scenic trail that leads into the Gates of the Mountains Wilderness. While this trail goes back for up to 16 miles, for this adventure, we will focus on the first half-mile of the trail. The first half-mile of Refrigerator Canyon Trail is the most scenic and uniq...Read more -
Augusta, Montana
Devil's Glen - Dearborn 206
5.06.19 mi / 554 ft gainDevil's Glen - Dearborn 206 is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Augusta, Montana.Read more -
Helena, Montana
1906 Trail
3 mi / 1000 ft gainLocated just outside of Helena, the 1906 Trail starts at the Mt Helena Parking Lot. The path is wide enough to share with hikers, trail runners, or mountain bikers. Note: this is an uphill-only trail for mountain biking. It's a very popular trail due to its wide trail and awesome views from the t...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Prospect Shaft Trail
2.4 mi / 800 ft gainThe Prospect Shaft Trail is a lightly used trail used to reach the summit of Mt Helena. The trail is rated as a 'moderate' trail due to its steep, loose, rocky surface. Due to these characteristics, it's rarely used for mountain biking and primarily used for hiking and trail running. The views a...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Mount Ascension
3 mi / 950 ft gainMount Ascension is a popular trail in Helena. It's used for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. It can be accessed year-round, but can get icy and slippery during the winter. The path for Mount Ascension is a network of trails that that can be done as an out-and-back, or a lollipop trail...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Rodney Ridge Trail
2.6 mi / 300 ft gainWith it's easy access from Rodney Street, Rodney Ridge Trail is a locals favorite. The trail heads up the ridge and provides fantastic views of Helena below. The trail is rated as moderate, and is used primarily for mountain biking and hiking. Dogs are allowed, so, you'll most like encounter a 4...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Continental Divide Trail: MacDonald Pass to Priest Pass
5.010.8 mi / 2500 ft gainThe CDT trail is a popular trail with thru-hikers, and is considered one of the three Crown Jewels. The Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail being the other two. This section of the Continental Divide Trail starts 25-minutes to the West of Helena just off Highway 12 at the CDNST Trailhe...Read more -
Augusta, Montana
Hike to Cataract Falls
5.00.5 miLocated in the Lewis and Clark National Forest on the Rocky Mountain Front, this hike will give the best bang for your buck -- it's about as easy as they come but still boasts outstanding views. The falls are roaring in the spring with snow melt, tranquil in the summer and fall, and permit some d...Read more -
Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Rock Climb and Explore Hellgate Gulch
Known as one of the most serene climbing areas in Montana, as well as some of the best sport climbing in the state, if you're a climber, Hellgate Gulch is worth the visit. Within 30 miles of Helena, you'll be climbing on limestone's funky pockets. There are plenty of climbing options, and most of...Read more -
Lincoln, Montana
Pick Huckleberries at Reservoir Lake
If you live anywhere near the Pacific Northwest, you've likely heard of huckleberries -- if you haven't, what are you doing with your life? These juicy little gems are worth every once it takes to pluck them from the bush. While there are plenty of places to pick huckleberries in Northwestern Mon...Read more -
Sun River, Montana
Hike the First Peoples Buffalo Jump Loop
5.03 mi / 400 ft gainWhile the trail doesn't offer the typical scenery of a Montana hike, the views are spectacular. At the top of the jump, you're at one of the highest points of the basin, allowing you to take in the full magnitude of the surrounding mountains, which include the Big Belt, Little Belt and Highwood R...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
Top Activities
Camping and Lodging in Wolf Creek
Lincoln, Montana
Cummings Cabin
Overview
Located 8.5 miles east of Lincoln, Montana, Cummings Cabin is a historic structure, representative of the old mining cabins that...
Helena, Montana
White Sandy Recreation Site
Overview
White Sandy is located on the west side of Hauser Lake at the confluence of Prickly Pear creek. White Sandy faces Eldorado Bar a...
Helena, Montana
Helena North KOA Journey
The Helena North KOA sits in the shadow of Mount Helena in the capital of Montana, halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks...
Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Granite Butte Lookout
Overview
The Granite Butte Lookout is located at 7,587 feet above sea level atop the Continental Divide of North America. The 15' by 15'...
Lincoln, Montana
Aspen Grove Group Use Area
Overview
Aspen Grove Group Use Campground sits in forested mountain terrain on the banks of the Blackfoot River in the Helena-Lewis and C...
Helena, Montana
Indian Flats Cabin
Overview
Indian Flats Cabin is nestled in a hollow of old-growth trees in the shadow of Hogback Mountain, offering a remote lodging exper...