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Montana
7.5 mi
Distance
350 ft
Gain
2h 41m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Villars-Spruce
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The Villars-Spruce trail offers a moderate 7.5-mile journey through Montana's diverse terrain with modest elevation gain, making it accessible for hikers seeking a half-day adventure. This trail showcases the transition between forest and open country typical of the region, with steady climbing that rewards effort without excessive strain. The route provides good views and a pleasant mix of shaded and exposed sections.
Oti Creek
~2 min drive
Moderate 11.84-mile creek drainage hike with 368 ft elevation gain.
Villars Creek
~3 min drive
Easy 1.86-mile creek walk with 374 ft elevation gain.
N Fk Hoover
~4 min drive
Easy 3.56-mile trail in Montana's North Fork Hoover area with minimal elevation gain.
Tillinghast Creek
~13 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike through Montana backcountry with gentle elevation gain.
Dry Wolf
~12 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile grassland trail with minimal elevation gain near Dry Wolf.
Middle Fk Hoover
~4 min drive
Scenic 4.33-mile trail in the Hoover area with moderate terrain.
Gibson Peak
~15 min drive
Quick 2-mile summit hike with 224 ft gain near Gibson Peak.
Memorial Falls
~13 min drive
Easy waterfall hike to a scenic cascade near Memorial Falls.
Pioneer Ridge
~5 min drive
Steep 3.3-mile climb with 915 ft gain offering solid views and quick alpine access.
Cleveland Cr
~17 min drive
Moderate 13.87-mile creek drainage hike with 2,123 ft elevation gain.
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