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Montana
4.6 mi
Distance
1,401 ft
Gain
2h 14m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Lolo National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Big Hole Lookout
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Big Hole Lookout is a moderately challenging 4.63-mile hike that climbs 1,401 feet to a historic fire lookout tower with commanding views of the Big Hole Valley and surrounding mountain ranges. The trail gains elevation steadily through mixed forest terrain, offering hikers a rewarding summit experience with panoramic vistas across southwestern Montana's pristine wilderness.
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