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Montana
23.2 mi
Distance
162 ft
Gain
7h 50m
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
Woodchopper Ridge
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Woodchopper Ridge is a long, relatively gentle ridge walk spanning 23.24 miles through Montana's backcountry. With minimal elevation gain of just 162 feet over the entire distance, this trail offers a unique opportunity for extended hiking across high terrain with sustained views. The ridge setting provides excellent panoramic vistas and is ideal for experienced hikers seeking distance and solitude rather than steep climbing.
Morris Creek
~2 min drive
Moderate 5.3-mile creek-side climb with 1,698 ft elevation gain.
Gibson Peak
~5 min drive
Quick 2-mile summit hike with 224 ft gain near Gibson Peak.
Lyon Falls
~7 min drive
Easy waterfall hike to Lyon Falls with minimal elevation gain.
King Creek-Decom
~11 min drive
Easy 3.89-mile creek-side trail perfect for casual hikers.
Prospect Ridge
~6 min drive
Moderate 10.58-mile ridge hike with 2,216 ft elevation gain and panoramic views.
Dry Wolf
~9 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile grassland trail with minimal elevation gain near Dry Wolf.
N. Fork Deadman
~17 min drive
Moderate 6.76-mile trail with 1,322 ft gain in Montana backcountry.
Stiner Creek
~6 min drive
Moderate 7.3-mile creek drainage hike with 1,763 ft elevation gain.
Memorial Falls
~16 min drive
Easy waterfall hike to a scenic cascade near Memorial Falls.
Pioneer Ridge
~18 min drive
Steep 3.3-mile climb with 915 ft gain offering solid views and quick alpine access.
