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Montana
6.0 mi
Distance
941 ft
Gain
2h 28m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Bitterroot National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Nelson Lake
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Nelson Lake Trail is a moderate 6-mile round-trip hike offering steady elevation gain through Montana's scenic backcountry. This trail provides access to an alpine lake nestled in the mountains, with rewarding views and a relatively accessible route for hikers seeking mountain lake scenery without extreme technical difficulty.
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