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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.

No Name Lake Hike

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No Name Lake Hike

Lake
easy
2.63 mi
+854 ft
Upper Two Medicine Lake Hike

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Upper Two Medicine Lake Hike

Lake
easy
2.12 mi
+367 ft
Aster Park Overlook Hike

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Aster Park Overlook Hike

Lake
easy
1.87 mi
+650 ft
Avalanche Lake Hike

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Avalanche Lake Hike

Lake
easy
2.48 mi
+110 ft
McDonald Falls

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McDonald Falls

Views
easy
0.76 mi
+31 ft
St. Mary / Virginia Falls

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St. Mary / Virginia Falls

Birding
moderate
1.54 mi
+313 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
35.58 mi
+4,023 ft
Park Creek

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Park Creek

Birding
moderate
33.14 mi
+4,083 ft
Elk Lake

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Elk Lake

extreme
12.59 mi
+3,041 ft
Continental Divide Trail: Montana-Idaho Section 26

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Continental Divide Trail: Montana-Idaho Section 26

Views
strenuous
15.89 mi
+1,568 ft
Montana Trail Section 3

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Montana Trail Section 3

moderate
116.49 mi
+16,621 ft
Pitamakan/Dawson Loop

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Pitamakan/Dawson Loop

Lake
strenuous
17.45 mi
+3,611 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.

Snake Loop Trail

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Snake Loop Trail

moderate
5.41 mi
+1,620 ft
Cobalt Lake

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Cobalt Lake

Lake
moderate
5.55 mi
+1,551 ft
Scenic Point Out and Back

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Scenic Point Out and Back

Lake
strenuous
7.66 mi
+2,341 ft
Continental Divide Trail: Dawson Pass Alternate

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Continental Divide Trail: Dawson Pass Alternate

Lake
strenuous
9.73 mi
+3,300 ft
Two Medicine Lake Loop Hike

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Two Medicine Lake Loop Hike

Lake
moderate
8.3 mi
+643 ft
Triple Divide Pass Out-and-Back

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Triple Divide Pass Out-and-Back

Birding
strenuous
5.1 mi
+1,871 ft