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Montana
46.5 mi
Distance
7,462 ft
Gain
19h 14m
Time
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Inside Flathead National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Smith - Little Salmon
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The Smith-Little Salmon trail is an extensive backcountry route spanning nearly 47 miles through remote Montana wilderness. This expert-level journey traverses challenging terrain with significant elevation gain, offering solitude and pristine alpine scenery for experienced backpackers. The route connects two river valleys with demanding mountain passes and requires careful route-finding and wilderness navigation skills.
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~13 min drive
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