The Ross Creek Cedars Trail Might Be One Of The Most Beautiful Short-And-Sweet Hikes To Take In Montana
Jessica Wick
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Montana is definitely a state full of nature lovers, and there’s nothing better than exploring our lakes, mountains, and hiking trails. But even some lifelong Montanans don’t know about the Ross Creek Cedars in Kootenai National Forest. The Cedars’ short and sweet South Fork Trail is a great place to go to see them. Come discover why this breathtaking slice of paradise has become one of our choices hands-down for the best hikes in Montana.
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Best Hikes in Montana
What are some of the best easy hikes in Montana?
Montana’s beauty is wild and pure – just the way we like it. It’s home to well over 1,000 amazing hiking trails, each of which is worth a gander. We do happen to have a few favorites, though, that won’t even cause you to break too terrible a sweat; some of our favorite easy trails in Montana include the epic St. May and Virginia Falls Trail at Glacier National Park. Fans of waterfalls will love the not one but TWO awe-inspiring cascades along this route. While at Glacier, be sure to also enjoy the Trail of the Cedars. It’s short and sweet, at just under a mile in length, and it’s got awe-inspiring forest and river views. Finally, should you find yourself in the Montana section of Yellowstone National Park, be sure to do the Artist Point Trail, which is super short (0.2 miles) and takes you to one heck of an awesome waterfall. Obviously, there are lots more – but these ones are an excellent start!
What are the most amazing scenic hikes in Montana?
Okay, so, let’s get one thing out of the way – pretty much every trail within Glacier National Park could arguably be called the most amazing hikes in Montana. There’s something about that park – the entire region – that's special and extraordinary, and there is quite literally no such thing as a boring hike over there. Other than trails within Glacier National Park, we love treks like the 6.6-mile round-trip adventure through countless meadows on Beehive Basin Trail, which features epic views of Lone Peak itself. Then, within the Custer Gallatin National Forest, there’s a hike called the Lava Lake hike which takes you to a lake that was formed in a very interesting way: within the crater of an ancient volcano! It’s ancient and incredibly pristine; that’s one of those hikes you’ll never forget. Finally, if you like long, tough hikes, try doing the Montana portion of the 3,100-mile Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, which stretches from New Mexico all the way up to Montana. Hiking in Montana is an experience like no other, and you’re sure to make lasting memories!