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Hiking Near Babb, Montana

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Beaver Pond Loop

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Beaver Pond Loop

Lake
easy
3.41 mi
+341 ft
Swiftcurrent River Falls

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Swiftcurrent River Falls

Views
easy
0.21 mi
+13 ft
Grinnell Glacier

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Grinnell Glacier

Lake
easy
0.24 mi
+3 ft
Continental Divide Trail: Grinnell and Lake Josephine Alternate

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Continental Divide Trail: Grinnell and Lake Josephine Alternate

Lake
easy
4.59 mi
+131 ft
Saint Mary Falls from Sun Point

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Saint Mary Falls from Sun Point

Less Crowded
easy
4.55 mi
+528 ft
Baring Falls

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Baring Falls

Family Friendly
moderate
0.65 mi
+168 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Continental Divide Trail: Montana-Idaho Section 30

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Continental Divide Trail: Montana-Idaho Section 30

Lake
extreme
30.22 mi
+5,821 ft
CDT: Many Glacier to Goat Haunt (MT Sec. 30)

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CDT: Many Glacier to Goat Haunt (MT Sec. 30)

Birding
extreme
30.21 mi
+5,821 ft
Cracker Lake

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Cracker Lake

Family Friendly
moderate
12.56 mi
+1,673 ft
Grinnell Glacier

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Grinnell Glacier

Birding
strenuous
11.11 mi
+2,196 ft
Ptarmigan Tunnel Route

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Ptarmigan Tunnel Route

Birding
strenuous
10.57 mi
+2,345 ft
Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail Section 1

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Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail Section 1

Lake
extreme
55.03 mi
+6,305 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Grinnell Lake

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Grinnell Lake

Birding
moderate
6.96 mi
+223 ft
Grinnell Lake Overlook

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Grinnell Lake Overlook

Lake
moderate
6.09 mi
+864 ft
Iceberg Lake

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Iceberg Lake

Birding
moderate
9.62 mi
+1,443 ft
Bullhead Lake

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Bullhead Lake

Birding
moderate
6.86 mi
+528 ft
Continental Divide Trail: Siyeh Pass Alternate

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Continental Divide Trail: Siyeh Pass Alternate

Views
strenuous
7.4 mi
+3,452 ft
Reynolds Mountain Out-and-Back

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Reynolds Mountain Out-and-Back

Less Crowded
strenuous
5.22 mi
+1,221 ft