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Hiking Near Hungry Horse, 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.

Lion Mountain

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Lion Mountain

easy
2.11 mi
+272 ft
Howe Lake Trail

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Howe Lake Trail

Lake
easy
1.59 mi
+70 ft
Beaver Lake Loop

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Beaver Lake Loop

easy
3.71 mi
+484 ft
McDonald Falls

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McDonald Falls

Views
easy
0.76 mi
+31 ft
Swan River Nature Trail

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Swan River Nature Trail

easy
4.02 mi
+27 ft
Avalanche Lake via Trail of the Cedars

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Avalanche Lake via Trail of the Cedars

Family Friendly
moderate
2.96 mi
+613 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.

Coal Nyack Loop

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Coal Nyack Loop

Birding
moderate
35.64 mi
+4,087 ft
Sperry Trailhead to Sperry Chalet

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Sperry Trailhead to Sperry Chalet

Views
extreme
12.53 mi
+3,565 ft
Sperry Glacier + Comeau Pass

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Sperry Glacier + Comeau Pass

Lake
extreme
18.24 mi
+5,236 ft
Gunsight Pass

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Gunsight Pass

Birding
strenuous
19.61 mi
+3,936 ft
Park Creek

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Park Creek

Birding
moderate
33.14 mi
+4,083 ft
Highline to The Loop

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Highline to The Loop

Birding
moderate
11.41 mi
+1,336 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.

Apgar Lookout

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Apgar Lookout

Lake
strenuous
7.1 mi
+1,890 ft
Strawberry Lake

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Strawberry Lake

Lake
moderate
5.2 mi
+1,687 ft
Danny On Memorial Trail

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Danny On Memorial Trail

strenuous
7.81 mi
+2,074 ft
Jewel Basin Loop

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Jewel Basin Loop

Fall Colors
strenuous
7.83 mi
+2,152 ft
Martha Lake

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Martha Lake

Lake
moderate
5.52 mi
+1,771 ft
Crater Lake via Crater Notch Trail

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Crater Lake via Crater Notch Trail

Lake
strenuous
5.6 mi
+3,315 ft