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Montana
20.1 mi
Distance
2,781 ft
Gain
8h 6m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Flathead National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Bartlett
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The Bartlett Trail is a challenging 20-mile out-and-back route that rewards experienced hikers with significant elevation gain and expansive views of Montana's backcountry. This hard-difficulty trail climbs nearly 2,800 feet through varied terrain, offering a full day of wilderness hiking in the Bartlett area. The distance and sustained elevation make this an excellent choice for fit hikers seeking solitude and a genuine mountain experience.
Una Mtn.
~0 min drive
Moderate 7.88-mile climb to Una Mountain with 2,237 ft elevation gain.
Sandstone Creek
~3 min drive
Moderate 5-mile creek drainage hike with 1,300 ft elevation gain near Sandstone Creek.
Gordon Ford
~5 min drive
Easy 1.63-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Gordon Ford.
Butcher Mtn.
~1 min drive
Challenging 13.6-mile mountain climb with 2,446 ft elevation gain.
Brownstone Creek
~5 min drive
Moderate 4.71-mile creek-side hike with 1,445 ft elevation gain.
Tillson Peak
~7 min drive
Steep 1.42-mile climb to Tillson Peak with 618 ft gain.
Bartlett Mtn.
~1 min drive
Moderate 6.56-mile climb to Bartlett Mountain summit with 2,067 ft gain.
Haystack Mtn.
~11 min drive
Steady 7-mile climb to a scenic Montana summit with 2,700 ft gain.
Holbrook Ford
~7 min drive
Easy 1.9-mile riverside walk with minimal elevation gain.
Tillson - Shale
~3 min drive
Challenging 15.57-mile alpine trek with 3,417 ft elevation gain.
