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Montana
0.5 mi
Distance
310 ft
Gain
13 min
Time
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What we do know
Inside Custer Gallatin National Forest
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Low Specimen
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Low Specimen is a short, accessible trail perfect for a quick nature walk or warm-up hike. This nearly half-mile route offers an easy introduction to the Montana backcountry with minimal elevation gain, making it ideal for families, beginners, or those seeking a brief outing.
Coyote Creek Trailhead (2N1)
~5 min drive
This is a remote trailhead at the northern boundary of the park that is not accessible by road. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trail within the park: Coyote Creek Trail
Hellroaring Trailhead (2K8)
~14 min drive
Nestled a 1/4-mile (0.4-km) off the Grand Loop Road, this trailhead provides access to the following trails: Buffalo Plateau Trail Coyote Creek Trail Garnet Hill Loop Trail Hellroaring Creek Trail There is a decent amount of parking at the trailhead. Buffalo Plateau Trai…
Brundage Creek
~2 min drive
Moderate 9.31-mile creek-side hike with 938 ft elevation gain.
Beaver Creek
~5 min drive
Easy streamside walk through Beaver Creek drainage with minimal elevation gain.
Upper Hellroaring Trailhead (2N5)
~4 min drive
This is a remote trailhead at the northern boundary of the park that is not accessible by road. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trail within the park: Hellroaring Creek Trail
Hellroaring Meadows
~5 min drive
Easy 2.5-mile meadow walk with gentle elevation gain and scenic views.
Telephone Basin
~2 min drive
Remote 18-mile alpine basin trek with 2,185 ft elevation gain.
Telephone Basin
~13 min drive
Scenic 4.46-mile alpine basin hike with moderate elevation gain and mountain views.
2B1 Campsite Spur Trail
~8 min drive
Easy out-and-back spur to 2B1 Campsite in Montana backcountry.
Carpenter Lake
~7 min drive
Easy half-mile lake walk with minimal elevation gain.
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