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Helena National Forest/Montana

Snowbank Creek/Sucker Creek

7.6 mi

Distance

1,998 ft

Elev. Gain

3h 31m

Est. Time

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Snowbank Creek/Sucker Creek Trail is a challenging 7.6-mile path located in the Rocky Mountains region of Montana. With an elevation range from 1520 to 2127 meters, the trail features a significant elevation gain of 1998 feet, offering steep ascents and potentially rugged terrain. The trail is predominantly surfaced with dirt and is not a loop. The surrounding area is likely to include a forested setting due to its location and the vegetation common in the region.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gaindirt surface

Elevation Profile

Min:1,520 ft
Max:2,127 ft
618 ft
512 ft
1,520 ft1,722 ft1,925 ft2,127 ft0.0 mi1.9 mi3.7 mi5.6 mi7.4 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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