Kootenai River Campground
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Montana
21.4 mi
Distance
1,907 ft
Gain
8h 5m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Kootenai National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Pillick Ridge
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Pillick Ridge is a challenging 21+ mile backcountry trek that rewards experienced hikers with expansive ridge-line views and remote Montana wilderness. This high-elevation route traverses rolling alpine terrain with significant cumulative elevation gain, offering solitude and panoramic vistas across the surrounding peaks and valleys. The ridge walk provides excellent opportunities to experience Montana's subalpine ecosystem while testing your endurance and navigation skills.
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Steep creek-side hike with 1,063 ft gain through Montana forest.
Berray Mountain
~3 min drive
Strenuous 10.6-mile climb to Berray Mountain with 3,828 ft elevation gain.
Berray Mountain West
~6 min drive
Quick 3.2-mile climb to Berray Mountain West with 851 ft elevation gain.
Libby Creek
~16 min drive
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Dad Peak
~8 min drive
Moderate 13.54-mile Montana hike with 1,225 ft elevation gain to Dad Peak.
Hamilton Gulch
~9 min drive
Steep 5-mile climb gaining 2,703 ft through scenic Montana gulch terrain.
Ross Creek Nature
~16 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile nature walk with minimal elevation gain.
St Paul Lake
~9 min drive
Moderate 7.11-mile hike to an alpine lake with 1,394 ft elevation gain.
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Kootenai River Campground
Hiking business nearby (~28 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet
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