East of Helena, the Boulder Lakes Trail leads you to a series of sparkling alpine lakes in the Big Belt Mountains. The main trail follows a reclaimed road grade before cresting a small ridge and dropping down to meet Boulder Creek, which flows through a corridor of lush vegetation. The trail is moderate and well-maintained, making for easy walking, and the trees provide plenty of welcome shade. If you want to spend the night, pitch your tent near the lower of the two lakes, which has a few flat sites that are perfect for a night under the stars.
