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Montana
15.5 mi
Distance
856 ft
Gain
5h 35m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Custer Gallatin National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Red Cub
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Red Cub is a moderately challenging 15.46-mile trail that offers a rewarding full-day adventure in Montana's backcountry. With 856 feet of elevation gain spread across the distance, this trail provides a steady climb through varied terrain typical of the region. The route showcases the natural beauty of the Red Cub area with opportunities to experience Montana's diverse landscape.
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Steady 11-mile climb through forested terrain along Cabin Creek.
Lightning Lake
~4 min drive
Moderate 7.86-mile alpine lake hike with 1,960 ft elevation gain.
Upper Sage Creek
~7 min drive
Easy 2.3-mile walk through Sage Creek with minimal elevation gain.
West Fork Beaver Creek
~6 min drive
Moderate 12.4-mile creek-side hike with 1,743 ft elevation gain in western Montana.
Cabin Creek Divide
~7 min drive
Accessible divide crossing with views of Montana's mountain landscape.
Avalanche Lake
~8 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with steady climb and mountain views.
Sentinel Creek
~6 min drive
Expert alpine trek with 4,776 ft gain and expansive high-country views.
Little Wapiti
~13 min drive
Moderate 8.79-mile foothills hike with 1,403 ft elevation gain.
Hilgard Basin
~12 min drive
Scenic alpine basin hike with steady climbing and mountain views.
Skyline
~12 min drive
Epic 31-mile alpine traverse with 2,198 ft gain and expansive skyline views.
