Custer Gallatin National Forest spans millions of acres across rugged peaks, alpine lakes, and sweeping valleys, offering endless opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife watching. From quiet backcountry trails to iconic routes near Yellowstone, it’s a gateway to some of Montana’s most wild and breathtaking landscapes.

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1. Mystic Lake via West Rosebud Trail

4.57km

01:35

390m

20m

Hike the moderate 2.8-mile Mystic Lake via West Rosebud Trail through diverse terrain to the stunning alpine Mystic Lake.

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2. Mystic Lake via West Rosebud Trail

16.0km

04:54

560m

Hike the moderate 10.0-mile Mystic Lake via West Rosebud Trail for stunning alpine scenery and the largest lake in the Beartooths.

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3. Granite Peak via West Rosebud and Mystic Lakes Route

18.5km

07:12

2,020m

220m

Hike the extremely difficult Granite Peak via West Rosebud and Mystic Lakes Route, gaining 6643 feet over 11.5 miles to Montana's highest po

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Elevation 2,110 m

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Sunday 15 March

-9°C

-22°C

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Max wind speed: 4.0 km/h

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Location: Stillwater County, Montana, United States

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Mystic Lake

Cow Face Hill

Henderson Mountain

Custer Gallatin National Forest

1. Mystic Lake via West Rosebud Trail

2. Mystic Lake via West Rosebud Trail

3. Granite Peak via West Rosebud and Mystic Lakes Route

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