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Gallatin National Forest/Montana

Hidden Lake Cutoff

0.7 mi

Distance

312 ft

Elev. Gain

24m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Hidden Lake Cutoff Trail is a short trail of 0.7 miles in length, located at a latitude of 45.2487127 and a longitude of -111.1456231. The trail features a dirt surface and ascends a total of 312 feet, reaching a maximum elevation of 2789 meters. This trail is identified by the U.S. Forest Service and offers a scenic hike through a natural setting, likely characterized by forested areas and mountain terrain. Due to its moderate elevation gain over a relatively short distance, the trail is considered easy and may offer views of nearby landscapes.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:2,691 ft
Max:2,789 ft
98 ft
0 ft
2,691 ft2,723 ft2,756 ft2,789 ft0.0 mi0.2 mi0.4 mi0.6 mi0.8 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Best Seasons

SummerFall

Highlights

forest setting

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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