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Hiking Near Pinnacle, 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.

Upper Two Medicine Lake Hike

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Upper Two Medicine Lake Hike

Lake
easy
2.12 mi
+352 ft
No Name Lake Hike

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No Name Lake Hike

Lake
easy
2.63 mi
+867 ft
Aster Park Overlook Hike

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Aster Park Overlook Hike

Lake
easy
1.87 mi
+651 ft
St. Mary / Virginia Falls

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St. Mary / Virginia Falls

Birding
moderate
1.54 mi
+318 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
+694 ft
Avalanche Lake Hike

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Avalanche Lake Hike

Lake
easy
2.48 mi
+158 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.

Park Creek

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Park Creek

Birding
moderate
33.14 mi
+4,183 ft
Coal Nyack Loop

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Coal Nyack Loop

Birding
moderate
35.64 mi
+4,148 ft
Pitamakan/Dawson Loop

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Pitamakan/Dawson Loop

Lake
strenuous
17.45 mi
+3,861 ft
Continental Divide Trail: Montana-Idaho Section 26

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Continental Divide Trail: Montana-Idaho Section 26

Views
extreme
15.89 mi
+1,696 ft
Montana Trail Section 2

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Montana Trail Section 2

moderate
109.8 mi
+22,162 ft
Continental Divide Trail: Montana-Idaho Section 25

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Continental Divide Trail: Montana-Idaho Section 25

Lake
extreme
33.97 mi
+5,422 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.

Cobalt Lake

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Cobalt Lake

Lake
moderate
5.55 mi
+1,465 ft
Continental Divide Trail: Dawson Pass Alternate

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Continental Divide Trail: Dawson Pass Alternate

Lake
extreme
9.73 mi
+3,672 ft
Two Medicine Lake Loop Hike

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Two Medicine Lake Loop Hike

Lake
moderate
8.3 mi
+638 ft
Firebrand Pass

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Firebrand Pass

Fall Colors
strenuous
5.14 mi
+1,943 ft
Scenic Point Out and Back

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Scenic Point Out and Back

Lake
strenuous
7.66 mi
+2,406 ft
Triple Divide Pass Out-and-Back

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Triple Divide Pass Out-and-Back

Birding
strenuous
5.1 mi
+2,060 ft