Kootenai River Campground
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Montana
5.2 mi
Distance
1,188 ft
Gain
2h 20m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Kootenai National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Bobtail
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Bobtail is a moderate 5.2-mile trail offering a solid day hike with nearly 1,200 feet of elevation gain through Montana terrain. This well-maintained route provides a good balance of distance and climbing, making it ideal for hikers looking to build endurance without committing to a full-day expedition. The trail showcases typical Montana foothill scenery with steady elevation gain and rewarding views.
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Shafer
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Rainbow Lake
~10 min drive
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Quartz Mountain
~7 min drive
Quick 3-mile climb with 833 ft gain to Quartz Mountain summit.
Upper Pipe
~4 min drive
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Flatiron Ridge
~10 min drive
Quick ridge hike with strong elevation gain and panoramic mountain views.
Banfield Ridge
~13 min drive
Moderate ridge hike with scenic vistas and steady elevation gain.
Turner Mountain
~5 min drive
Challenging 11.6-mile alpine climb with 3,454 ft elevation gain near Turner Mountain.
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Kootenai River Campground
Hiking business nearby (~14 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet
Indian Springs Montana
Hiking business nearby (~36 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet