This 12-mile hike climbs steadily along a creek, passing waterfalls, wildflower meadows, and dramatic granite cliffs. The payoff? A pristine alpine lake cradled beneath towering peaks in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Keep your camera ready — mountain goats, moose, and pika are frequent trail companions. Ideal for a long day hike or peaceful overnight, this gem is a backcountry classic.
To learn more about Lake Fork Trail, hikes across the state, and Wild Montana’s work protecting wild places, visit hikewildmontana.org.
