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As you ride by on Manley Road, you get an epic view of Baldy across the water. The lake is surrounded by a host of unpaved trails within the Rotary Park, which are decent for gravel riding.

Great alpine lake sitting in a cirque/basin at the base of Sacajawea Peak. The main access trail is a gentle grade of switchbacks to the lake's edge for magnificent views of the pristine lake and the dramatic mountains behind. There is a rougher rooted out trail that encircles the lake, and you can take the steps back up to the trail head, which is a "shortcut". Highly recommended! There are longer trails that access the lake, too, if you want a longer hike and better workout. Campground nearby, mostly just tents, since trailers can't be hauled up the rough access road.

This 4-acre lake, hosts a sandy beach, a fishing and diving dock, and a climbing rock for outdoor enthusiasts. You can also enjoy the views of the Bridger Mountains and the Gallatin River as you run along the trails that connect the park to the rest of the city. Glen Lake is a great place to enjoy a summer day in Montana.

Fairy Lake is a high elevation lake tucked in the trees just below treeline in Custer Gallatin National Forest. There is camping close by and a trailhead for gaining access to Sacagawea Peak and Bridger Ridge. The reservoir stays frozen late into the springs and has a small nature trail that travels around the banks.

Away from the crowds and offering a true mountain lake feeling, the two Bear Lakes sit just under 7,000 feet in the Custer Gallatin National Forest. If you are up for a big day and just want to see mountain lakes, you can combine these lakes with Mystic Lake and form a loop (or a point-to-point) starting from various trailheads.

Fairy Lake is a high elevation lake tucked in the trees just below treeline in Custer Gallatin National Forest. There is camping close by and a trailhead for gaining access to Sacagawea Peak and Bridger Ridge. The reservoir stays frozen late into the springs and has a small nature trail that travels around the banks.

Hyalite Reservoir is a large artificial lake that affords opportunities for day-use hiking, easy strolls, or the perfect launching point for more aggressive, big-mountain singletrack riding. Even if a bit busy, plenty of parking is available.

Yet another stunning, high-alpine lake in this region that will reward your efforts on the climb and provide an ideal break and snack spot for either the climb or the descent.