It’s no secret that Montana is a nature lover’s paradise, and our hiking trails are second to none. Whether you’re looking for an easy family-friendly adventure or a challenging trek, you’ll find it on the Treasure State’s trails.
The Trout Creek Canyon Trail lies somewhere in between the two extremes. If you’re up for devoting most of a day to this hike, you will not be disappointed.
Trout Creek Canyon is located in Helena National Forest.
Matthew Cross / alltrails.com While this hike is doable year-round (aside from the occasional severe winter weather), it’s at its most beautiful in the summer.
The Trout Creek Canyon Trail spans about 6.5 miles round trip.
Matthew Cross / alltrails.com In spite of its length, this is considered a fairly easy hike for all skill levels.
The hike up Trout Creek Canyon begins with a flat, easy trail, quickly crossing over Trout Creek via a footbridge.
Joanne Yip / alltrails.com The views are breathtaking.
From here, it only gets more and more peaceful.
Ola Hoffman / alltrails.com You might even spot some mountain goats or other wildlife on the hike.
Some of Montana’s top trails have sweeping valley views or waterfalls at their peaks… but on this trail, it’s all about the rugged canyon walls.
Matthew Cross / alltrails.com The jagged rock formations really are the highlight.
The trail is almost entirely flat and easy, aside from a small elevation gain as you zigzag through the canyon.
Stewart Carnes / alltrails.com That’s why this is a great trail for hikers of all skill levels and for any child old enough to walk moderate distances.
The next time you need to escape reality for a few hours, consider hiking Trout Creek Canyon.
Christopher Norris / alltrails.com It’s an enchanting experience.
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Matthew Cross / alltrails.com
While this hike is doable year-round (aside from the occasional severe winter weather), it’s at its most beautiful in the summer.
In spite of its length, this is considered a fairly easy hike for all skill levels.
Joanne Yip / alltrails.com
The views are breathtaking.
Ola Hoffman / alltrails.com
You might even spot some mountain goats or other wildlife on the hike.
The jagged rock formations really are the highlight.
Stewart Carnes / alltrails.com
That’s why this is a great trail for hikers of all skill levels and for any child old enough to walk moderate distances.
Christopher Norris / alltrails.com
It’s an enchanting experience.
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Address: Trout Creek Canyon trailhead, Trout Creek, Helena, MT 59602, USA
