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Montana
7.2 mi
Distance
946 ft
Gain
2h 53m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Kootenai National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Vermilion-Headley
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The Vermilion-Headley trail offers a moderate 7.24-mile journey through Montana's scenic backcountry with nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain. This trail combines steady climbing with rewarding views typical of the region's mixed forest and alpine terrain. Hikers can expect a well-rounded experience showcasing the natural beauty of the Vermilion-Headley area.
Slide Rock Mountain
~0 min drive
Moderate 12-mile summit hike with 915 ft gain and panoramic mountain views.
Upper Graves Creek
~5 min drive
Short, steady climb through Graves Creek drainage with forest views.
Cougar Peak
~6 min drive
Scenic 3.8-mile peak hike with 523 ft elevation gain.
Terrace Lake
~6 min drive
Steady climb to a scenic alpine lake with mountain vistas.
Water Hill
~8 min drive
Short, steady climb on accessible Montana trail near Water Hill.
Cube Iron Mountain
~7 min drive
Moderate 4.14-mile hike with steady climb to scenic mountain views.
Winniemuck Creek
~8 min drive
Challenging 11.73-mile creek drainage hike with 3,635 ft elevation gain.
Grouse Ridge
~9 min drive
Short foothills ridge hike with 451 ft gain near Grouse Ridge, Montana.
Beatrice Saddle
~8 min drive
Steady 5-mile climb to a scenic mountain saddle with moderate elevation gain.
Thorne Creek
~10 min drive
12.86-mile creek drainage hike with 1,442 ft elevation gain.
