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Montana
4.5 mi
Distance
2,409 ft
Gain
1h 48m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Custer Gallatin National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Telephone Basin
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Telephone Basin offers a scenic 4.46-mile hike through Montana's backcountry with moderate elevation gain and alpine meadow terrain. This trail showcases the natural beauty of the region with expansive views and access to a pristine basin environment. The route provides an excellent day hike option for those seeking solitude and mountain vistas.
Coyote Creek Trailhead (2N1)
~13 min drive
This is a remote trailhead at the northern boundary of the park that is not accessible by road. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trail within the park: Coyote Creek Trail
Hidden Lake
~2 min drive
Easy 4-mile alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain.
Buffalo Fork
~2 min drive
Remote 24.95-mile backcountry trek with 2,152 ft elevation gain.
East Fork Buffalo
~6 min drive
Short creek-side hike with steady elevation gain near Buffalo Fork.
Buffalo Fork Trailhead (2N3)
~8 min drive
This is a remote trailhead at the northern boundary of the park that is not accessible by road. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trail within the park: Buffalo Fork Trail
Beaver Creek
~10 min drive
Easy streamside walk through Beaver Creek drainage with minimal elevation gain.
Tucker Creek
~2 min drive
Challenging 18-mile backcountry trek with 1,835 ft elevation gain.
Hellroaring Meadows
~9 min drive
Easy 2.5-mile meadow walk with gentle elevation gain and scenic views.
Buffalo Plateau Trailhead (2N2)
~9 min drive
This is a remote trailhead at the northern boundary of the park that is not accessible by road. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trail within the park: Buffalo Plateau Trail
Anderson Ridge
~11 min drive
Moderate 7.55-mile ridge climb with 2,232 ft elevation gain.
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