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Essex Creek

0.8 mi

Distance

236 ft

Elev. Gain

23m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Essex Creek is a short 0.8-mile trail located in the northern Rocky Mountains. The trail features a relatively easy hike with an elevation gain of 236 feet. Typically dirt-surfaced, it is suitable for hikers looking for a quick, accessible trail in a rugged mountain setting. The trail's elevation ranges from 1,342 meters to 1,420 meters, offering mild elevation changes.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,342 ft
Max:1,420 ft
78 ft
0 ft
1,342 ft1,368 ft1,394 ft1,420 ft0.0 mi0.2 mi0.4 mi0.6 mi0.8 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

SummerFall

Highlights

forest settingmountain views

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Imported route

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Montana hunting page

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