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Montana
11.7 mi
Distance
4,128 ft
Gain
5h 58m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Custer Gallatin National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Sheep Lake
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Sheep Lake is a challenging high-alpine trek offering stunning mountain vistas and pristine backcountry scenery. This 11.73-mile round trip climbs over 4,100 feet of elevation through diverse terrain, rewarding hikers with expansive views and access to a remote alpine lake. The trail is best suited for experienced hikers seeking solitude and dramatic Montana wilderness.
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~27 min drive
Moderate out-and-back creek hike through Montana forest with steady elevation gain.
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