Anaconda, Montana
Top Spots in and near Anaconda
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Anaconda, Montana
Photograph the Falls at Lost Creek State Park
5.0Drive along the park road until the road loops back near the campground. Park in any available space. From here, the falls are a short, 200 yard walk down a paved trail. Be sure to wear slip resistant shoes that you don't mind getting wet.After photographing the falls, be sure to follow the trail...Read more -
Anaconda, Montana
Hike to Fourmile Basin Lakes
Distance: 8 miles round-tripTime: 4 hoursDifficulty: Easy to ModerateTrailhead: 46.135170, -113.207803From MT-1, follow the signs for Trail 44 along Twin Lakes Creek Road until it ends. The trail begins at the end of the road.The area is largely second-growth forest, having been cut several times...Read more -
Deer Lodge, Montana
Summit Mount Powell
11.6 mi / 4730 ft gainFrom Interstate 90, exit at Racetrack #195. Continue west for one mile and turn north at a T intersection. Follow the road for about 0.75 mi. to Quinlan Rd. and continue west with a dogleg south for 3.5 mi. Take a sharp right to the north east to a Y and take the left fork. After about 0.07 mi., ...Read more -
Wise River, Montana
Hike to Lower and Upper Seymour Lakes
5.012 miThere are so many wilderness areas to choose from in Montana, it can be quite overwhelming. But try this on for size: the Pintlers are essentially Glacier National Park, without the people. Not only does it traverse the CDT, but chances are you won't see a lot of people, if any, on your adventure...Read more -
Anaconda, Montana
Ski or Snowboard Discovery Mountain
Discovery Ski Area is an alpine ski area in the small town of Anaconda, Montana. With over 2,200 acres of skiing and over 8,000 feet of elevation at the summit, you can find an adventure to fit any skill level. After entering Anaconda take the Pintler Veterans Memorial Scenic Hwy south towards G...Read more -
Anaconda, Montana
Backpack the Warren Pass Loop
12 mi / 2000 ft gainOften overlooked due not to its lack of scenery, but rather because of its proximity to both Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks, the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness in southwest Montana is a haven for hikers and backpackers seeking a true wilderness experience. Established in 1964, the area strad...Read more -
Butte, Montana
Hike Maud S. Canyon Loop
4 mi / 994 ft gainMaud S is a great moderately traveled trail that weaves you through dry grassland, forests, and provides you with beautiful mountain views totaling 994 ft of elevation gain. You will find people hiking, running hills, mountain biking, and walking their dogs on this trail. After completing the ste...Read more -
Anaconda, Montana
Hike the Johnson Lake Loop
16 mi / 3160 ft gainDay 1: After pulling into the Middle Fork parking lot, there will be two trailheads. Sign in at either one, but I started at TH 28 to head directly to Johnson Lake. A gradual climb passes beautiful waterfalls and recovering burn scars dotted with flowers. To Johnson Lake is 5.2 miles with an ele...Read more -
Philipsburg, Montana
Hike the Hogback Ridge Trail
11 mi / 5242 ft gainThe trailhead is accessed at the Hogback Homestead. [GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):46.41056, -113.7019446°24'38"N, 113°42'7"W] Due to the isolated location of this trailhead, and the miles of rough dirt road that it takes to get there, you will more than likely have the place to yourself. Park ...Read more -
Helena, Montana
Continental Divide Trail: MacDonald Pass to Priest Pass
5.010.8 mi / 2500 ft gainThe CDT trail is a popular trail with thru-hikers, and is considered one of the three Crown Jewels. The Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail being the other two. This section of the Continental Divide Trail starts 25-minutes to the West of Helena just off Highway 12 at the CDNST Trailhe...Read more
Top Activities
Camping and Lodging in Anaconda
Anaconda, Montana
High Rye Cabin
Overview
High Rye Cabin is a quaint place to stay, ideally situated for exploring the northern Fleecer Mountains. An abundance of recreat...
Anaconda, Montana
Spring Hill Campground
Overview
Nestled in the Lodgepole pine forests of southwestern Montana, Spring Hill Campground is only eight miles from Georgetown Lake, ...
Anaconda, Montana
Racetrack Cabin
Overview
Racetrack Cabin is a favorite of hiking and ATV enthusiasts during the summer months. The surrounding area is serene and beautif...
Anaconda, Montana
Lodgepole Campground (Mt)
Overview
Lodgepole Campground is a large facility situated along a scenic highway in the Pintler Ranger District of the Beaverhead-Deerlo...
Anaconda, Montana
Philipsburg Bay Campground
Overview
Philipsburg Bay Campground is adjacent to Georgetown Lake and provides ideal access to fishing, boating and water skiing. It is ...
Anaconda, Montana
Piney Campground And Boat Launch
Overview
Piney Campground is adjacent to Georgetown Lake and provides ideal access to fishing, boating and water skiing. It is located in...