Are dogs allowed on Taylor Hills Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Taylor Hills Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Taylor Hills Trail?

No, Taylor Hills Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Taylor Hills Trail?

Taylor Hills Trail is rated difficult. It is 11.0 miles long with 3,156 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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DifficultOut and Back

Lewis & Clark National Forest/Montana

Taylor Hills Trail

Monarch, Montana

11.0 mi

Distance

3,156 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 57m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The Taylor Hills Trail is a 9.3 mile trail. The trail has great views of the mountain ranges. The trail goes from a burned area to a nice meadow before ending in the Tenderfoot River. The trail offers great views of the Big and Little Belt Mountains and follows an old logging road. The area gets a lot of ATV traffic with riders using their ATVs for the first 3-4 miles and then hiking the rest to Tenderfoot River. The trail is wide but rocky in some areas.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,590 ft

Max:2,290 ft

962 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

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Managed by United States Forest Service

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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Taylor Hills Trail

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