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Montana
18.6 mi
Distance
2,779 ft
Gain
7h 36m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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Why you'll love it
E. Fk. Big Spring Creek
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E. Fk. Big Spring Creek is a challenging 18.62-mile backcountry trek through Montana's remote wilderness, following the East Fork drainage through varied terrain and forest. This hard-difficulty route gains nearly 2,800 feet of elevation, rewarding hikers with access to pristine alpine creek systems and solitude in the high country. The trail offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and exploration of Montana's rugged mountain terrain.
East Fork Cottonwood Creek
~6 min drive
Remote 20-mile alpine creek drainage with 3,169 ft gain—expert backpacking adventure.
Maynard Ridge
~9 min drive
Moderate 10.7-mile ridge hike with 2,000 ft gain and alpine views.
Crystal Lk Stock Bypass
~16 min drive
Easy 2-mile forest walk with minimal elevation gain near Crystal Lake.
Jump Off Peak
~10 min drive
Strenuous 10.5-mile peak climb with 3,767 ft elevation gain.
Swimming Woman
~12 min drive
Moderate 4.3-mile climb with 1,653 ft elevation gain near Swimming Woman.
Daisy Canyon
~1h 24m drive
Accessible canyon hike with scenic views and moderate elevation gain.
Swimming Woman Alt
~12 min drive
Moderate 4.31-mile hike with 1,207 ft gain near Swimming Woman.
Southside
~17 min drive
Nearly 10-mile moderate day hike with gentle elevation gain.
Crystal Cascades
~14 min drive
Moderate 5.6-mile hike to scenic cascades with 1,000 ft elevation gain.
Grand View
~17 min drive
Moderate 5.5-mile climb with 1,783 ft gain and panoramic mountain views.
