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.
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 …
Emerald Lake is beautiful, isolated, and surrounded by epic peaks. There is the potential to continue further to the west from here on Hidden Lake trail if you feel like extending your ride and checking out another breathtaking, high-altitude lake.
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.