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Montana
19.4 mi
Distance
1,099 ft
Gain
7h 2m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Flathead National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Dean Creek
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Dean Creek Trail is a challenging backcountry trek through Montana's wilderness, offering nearly 20 miles of scenic exploration with moderate elevation gain. This extended route traverses diverse terrain along Dean Creek drainage, providing opportunities to experience pristine alpine and subalpine environments. The trail rewards dedicated hikers with solitude and access to remote Montana backcountry.
Elk Ridge West
~1 min drive
Steep subalpine climb to Elk Ridge with panoramic views.
Spotted Bear River
~1 min drive
Remote 49-mile backcountry route through Bob Marshall Wilderness.
Dean Creek
~9 min drive
Easy creek-side walk near Dean Creek, Montana.
Green Mountain Lookout
~13 min drive
Scenic 3-mile climb to a historic fire lookout with panoramic views.
Limestone Peak
~3 min drive
Moderate 6.25-mile limestone peak hike with 2,007 ft elevation gain.
Kevan Mtn.
~11 min drive
Quick 1.28-mile summit climb with 214 ft elevation gain.
Trail Creek
~15 min drive
Moderate 6.44-mile creek-side climb with 2,343 ft elevation gain.
Silvertip Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate 11.29-mile creek-side trail with 1,523 ft gain through Montana backcountry.
North Wall
~13 min drive
Steep 2.65-mile alpine climb with 1,211 ft elevation gain.
Three Sisters
~15 min drive
Moderate alpine hike with 1,484 ft gain and stunning mountain views.
