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Hiking Near St. Mary, 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
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
St. Mary / Virginia Falls

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St. Mary / Virginia Falls

Birding
moderate
1.54 mi
+313 ft
Saint Mary Falls

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Saint Mary Falls

Lake
easy
1.62 mi
+216 ft
Swiftcurrent River Falls

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Swiftcurrent River Falls

Views
easy
0.21 mi
+13 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.

Otokomi Lake

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Otokomi Lake

Birding
strenuous
10.87 mi
+2,271 ft
Cracker Lake

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Cracker Lake

Family Friendly
moderate
12.56 mi
+1,673 ft
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
Gunsight Pass

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Gunsight Pass

Birding
strenuous
19.58 mi
+3,895 ft
Florence Falls from Gunsight Pass Trailhead

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Florence Falls from Gunsight Pass Trailhead

Less Crowded
moderate
10.01 mi
+1,358 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.

Continental Divide Trail: Siyeh Pass Alternate

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Continental Divide Trail: Siyeh Pass Alternate

Views
strenuous
7.4 mi
+3,452 ft
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
Bullhead Lake

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Bullhead Lake

Birding
moderate
6.86 mi
+528 ft
Iceberg Lake

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Iceberg Lake

Birding
moderate
9.62 mi
+1,443 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