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Gallatin National Forest, Montana

4.8
#91 of 118 in Nature in Montana
Forest · National Park
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  • By 339kathyp
    Great Place for a hike. Lots of people camping so I'm sure that would be the case as well. We got there late in the day for a quick walk beautiful lake and would have loved to spend more time.  more »
  • By briancB9323XM
    Located about 35 minutes outside of Bozeman, Montana this hidden gem is worth the 1 mile easy hike from the trailhead within the park. On your way you will cross a dam for an amazing crystal clear...  more »
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  • By Mathias Larson
    Had a great hike. No bears or bugs. Elbow lake is a good relatively difficult hike. 7 miles up, 7 down.
  • By DM 45
    Great views and overall a great place to go and experience nature.
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