Posted in Montana
January 12, 2020
7 Cool And Calming Hikes To Take In Montana To Help You Reflect On The Year Ahead
If you made any health and fitness-related New Year’s resolutions, you know that motivation can be difficult to maintain in the dead of winter. But nothing gets the blood flowing like a nice, invigorating hike, especially in beautiful Montana. And while not all of our trails are open this time of year, there are plenty of places you can go on a nature walk right now to clear your head — and if any of these delightful spots aren’t accessible, they’ll give you something to look forward to for spring.
We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting many aspects of life as we all practice social and physical distancing. While we’re continuing to feature destinations that make our state wonderful, we don’t expect or encourage you to go check them out immediately. We believe that supporting local attractions is important now more than ever and we hope our articles inspire your future adventures! And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nominate/
What better way to reflect on the year to come than by taking in these sweeping views of Missoula? The 1.2-mile M Trail involves a pretty steep climb to the top, but it's well worth the effort.
Waterfall hikes are amazing, but frozen waterfall hikes are even better. This 2.4-mile trail is fairly easy to navigate, but if it's too packed with snow, you may want to bring your snowshoes.
This easy out-and-back trail near Bigfork is about 2.5 miles long, the perfect length for novices and pro hikers alike. Plus, it follows a beautiful river.
The Four Dances Recreation Area boasts some of the best views of Billings, and this 2.6-mile trail really shows them off. It's open all year, but as you might expect, it's extremely cold at the top in most seasons.
Bozeman has its own version of the M Trail, and it's equally as delightful as Missoula's. In the spring, this 1.9-mile hike is known for its wildflowers, but there's never a bad time to explore it.
The waterfall is just one highlight of this picturesque 1.6-mile trail, an easy out-and-back trek near Gallatin Gateway. This hike stays pretty crowded all summer long, but in the winter, you just might have the trail to yourself.
Do you enjoy hikes with a side of history? This easily reachable trail clocks in at just under two miles in length, and it's always well-maintained. This abandoned railway was once an important part of our transportation system.
Don’t you just love a good Montana hike? If you’re just starting out, these trails are all under three miles in length.
Address: Mt Sentinel, Montana 59801, USA
Address: Ousel Falls, Big Sky, MT 59730, USA
Address: Grotto Falls, Montana 59047, USA
Address: Butte, MT, USA
Address: Bigfork, MT 59911, USA
Address: 03092721101010000, Billings, MT 59101, USA
