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  • White Sulphur Springs, Montana

    Hike Yogo Peak and Enjoy Views of Lake Elva

    A short 2-hour drive from Great Falls leads you to Yogo Peak and Lake Elva, an area of beauty, tranquility, and solitude. Yogo Peak is located in the Little Belt Mountains which are part of the Lewis & Clark National Forest.  Yogo Peak doesn't have a designated trail, but it is located to the...
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  • Neihart, Montana

    Ski or Snowboard at Showdown Resort

    An easy day trip from Helena, Great Falls, and Bozeman, Showdown Resort is a great place to bring the family for a fun day crushing turns on the mountain. With 1400 vertical feet to ski down, this mountain may be small compared to other well-known resorts like Big Sky Resort, but there is plenty ...
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  • Belt, Montana

    Sluice Boxes State Park

    5.0
    7.71 mi / 643 ft gain
    The soaring limestone cliffs and ledges mark the Belt Creek Canyon. Back in the day, this area in the Little Belt Mountains was a haven for mining. Now, the old railroad bed serves as the main access route of Sluice Boxes State Park. Sluice Boxes State Park was established in 1970 and consists o...
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  • White Sulphur Springs, Montana

    Kings Hill Pass Trail

    5.9 mi / 1800 ft gain
    The Kings Hill Pass Trail is located off Highway 89 in the Little Belt Mountains of the Helena-Lewis & Clark National Forest. Kings Hill is considered a scenic byway and climbs to an elevation just over 7,200 feet at the pass.  Kings Hill Pass Trail is considered a more difficult trail and se...
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  • Lewistown, Montana

    Fly Fish at Big Spring Creek

    Big Spring Creek is home to big brown trout as well as rainbow trout. While most trout are about 12-18" in length, there are some larger ones waiting for you!  The creek runs for about 30 miles with gorgeous views all along the way. Almost the entirety of the creek is accessible to the public, ma...
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  • Lewistown, Montana

    Take a Stroll through Labyrinth Garden

    This place is an example of finding beauty in the small places. Labyrinth Garden is not in the mountains, but right in the middle of Lewiston Montana. It is a beautiful garden located in Frank Day Park. The sign says it is a seven-circuit labyrinth. The paths are lined with celebration stones. It...
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  • Moore, Montana

    Stay at The Montana Bunkhouse

    2 mi / 500 ft gain
    The Montana Bunkhouse is a great place to unplug and enjoy time with friends and family. This two bedroom bunkhouse rests in the foothills of the Big Snowy mountains on the Olsen family ranch an hour from the nearest town. The building was built in 1905 as a community hall, later converted to a ...
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  • Highwood, Montana

    Ride Your Bike Near the Highwood Mountains

    40 mi / 3000 ft gain
    Ride across high plains, over rolling hills, or even through mountain passes, all depending on how long you want to ride for.  A popular day ride goes from Highwood, MT to Belt, MT and back. This 40-50 mile ride, whether you chose to make it a loop by riding back on a main road, or make it an out...
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  • Denton, Montana

    Spend the night at the Founders Hut and see the Prairie like you never have before!

    9 mi / 1000 ft gain
    The American Prairie Reserve (APR) in northeast and central Montana is the largest conservation project in the Lower 48, and a work in progress.  It's an effort to acquire more than three million acres of land to create the largest wildlife reserve in the Continental US, as well as as an effort t...
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  • Great Falls, Montana

    Hike Sulphur Springs Trail

    3.32 mi / 278 ft gain
    You can find the Sulphur Springs trailhead near the Morony Dam and Reservoir. There's a graveled parking lot, an outhouse and an informative story board to quell your curiosity. For your convenience, I'll give you a Reader's Digest version of the history of this specific area. As we all know, Lew...
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  • Great Falls, Montana

    North Shore Rivers Edge Trail East

    6.9 mi / 700 ft gain
    The North Shore Rivers Edge Trail East is a moderate trail that has been created mostly by the local biking associations. The trail follows the bluffs on the edge of the river with plenty of twists and turns to keep it interesting.  To access the East section of the North Shore Rivers Edge trail,...
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Camping and Lodging in Stanford

Judith Guard Station
Stanford, Montana

Judith Guard Station

Dry Wolf Cabin
Stanford, Montana

Dry Wolf Cabin

Kings Hill Cabin
Neihart, Montana

Kings Hill Cabin

Hunters Spring Cabin
Meagher County, Montana

Hunters Spring Cabin

Thompson Guard Station
White Sulphur Springs, Montana

Thompson Guard Station

Crystal Lake Group Campsite
Moore, Montana

Crystal Lake Group Campsite

Guides, Insights and Stories from Stanford

Experience the Best of Western Montana on this Epic 4-day Road Trip

Experience the Best of Western Montana on this Epic 4-day Road Trip

Jon Mattrisch

7 Awesome Adventures to Do This Fall in Montana

7 Awesome Adventures to Do This Fall in Montana

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Fall is the Perfect Time for Adventuring in Montana

Fall is the Perfect Time for Adventuring in Montana

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These 8 Backpacking Trips in Montana Will Prepare You for Anything

These 8 Backpacking Trips in Montana Will Prepare You for Anything

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Fall for Montana in 10 Photos

Fall for Montana in 10 Photos

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