Posted in Montana
May 02, 2017
10 Amazing Montana Hikes Under 3 Miles You’ll Absolutely Love
Hiking in Montana is an amazing (and addictive) experience, but sometimes you don’t have an entire day to devote to it – or, if you’re like some of us, you’ve allowed yourself to hibernate through most of the long, cold winter and you need to start slowly.
Each of these hikes are under 3 miles in duration, but you’ll still get a great workout while enjoying the kind of stunning scenery you’ll only find in the Treasure State.
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This beautiful trail is about 2.5 miles in length, and it's a great spot for beginners and seasoned hikers alike. It's located along the Inside North Fork Road south of the Polebridge Ranger Station.
For an even shorter trail at Glacier, head to Running Eagle Falls Trail. Located just off 2 Medicine Road, the entire trail is just under a mile and features a beautiful waterfall.
Bigfork's 2.6 mile Swan River Trail is a dog-friendly, family-friendly path that's both easy to find and fun to complete. Better yet, you'll see more natural beauty at every turn.
The 3 mile trail through Phipps Park is scenic and invigorating, often used for both hiking and mountain biking. The first part of the path has some steep inclines, but other than that, it's smooth sailing all the way.
This 2.2 mile loop trail offers views of Bridger Canyon and the Gallatin Valley. To reach it, head north on Rouse, which will become Bridger Canyon Drive, turn right into the fish technology center and look for trailhead parking.
This trail is best hiked on a warm summer day, when the abundance of shade and the coolness of the waterfall will be most appreciated. Located in Pine Creek Recreation Area, this scenic trail is 2.5 miles long.
This mile-long trail is very popular, but if you're looking for a nice, short hike that's pleasant and scenic, this one is perfect.
Glacier's Twin Falls Trail is a 2 mile loop near East Glacier Park that is great for all skill levels. The best part? Before you hike, you get to take a boat ride across Two Medicine Lake to access the trailhead.
This 2.9 mile loop is a nice, peaceful hike that's typically full of beautiful wildflowers. It's located in the Pattee Canyon Picnic Area of the Lolo National Forest.
Not only is this easy trail just under a mile in length, it happens to be the site of a National Historic Landmark. The cave art here dates back to 2,000 years ago.
Montana is full of excellent hiking trails for all skill levels. Here are some trails that even “mere mortals” will fee comfortable taking.
