South Cottonwood Creek Trail is a popular hiking destination along a creek just outside the bustle of Bozeman. The trail crosses several well-constructed bridges on the earlier, flatter miles of trail. You do have to work to get out of the parking lot at the start (via up-hill switchbacks), but the majority of the trail after that is gentle hills down to the water and then back up from it.

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1. South Cottonwood Creek Trail — Custer Gallatin National Forest

7.76km

02:08

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 3.85 km

Uphill 210 m

Downhill 130 m

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Location: Gallatin County, Montana, United States

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1. South Cottonwood Creek Trail — Custer Gallatin National Forest

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