The Bitterroot is one of Montana’s finest treasures. It offers over a million acres of unparalleled, rugged natural beauty, which you can enjoy on one of the many hiking trails in the area. And if you happen to find the Blodgett Canyon Overlook Trail, you’re in for a nice, scenic trek with an extraordinary view at the end.
The Blodgett Canyon Overlook Trail is a 2.8 mile hike with a trailhead located near Hamilton.
Claire K / alltrails.com And if you happen to time the hike right, you may notice an abundance of vibrant wildflowers in the area.
While the hike itself isn’t exceptionally challenging, drive up forest service road 735 can be difficult if the road is wet or muddy.
Donna Vetter / alltrails.com Check weather conditions before you go and plan accordingly.
You’ll start on the Canyon Creek trail and veer right at the sign to stay on Blodgett Overlook trail 101.
Donna Vetter / alltrails.com Expect a gradual ascent, followed by trekking through tranquil Ponderosa forest.
Soon, you’ll cross a bridge over a babbling creek, and that’s how you know you’re getting closer.
Donna Vetter / alltrails.com If you can, take a moment to stop on the bridge and enjoy the unique views.
About 1.5 miles in, you’ll reach the top.
Edue E / alltrails.com And you’ll be glad you made the effort.
Relax and enjoy the views of the Bitterroot Valley and the Sapphire Mountain Range in the distance.
Stephanie Barbera / alltrails.com Needless to say, this is the perfect place to stop and have a snack. You’ll even see a few benches to rest on.
When you’ve had your fill of fresh mountain air, simply turn around and head back the way you came.
Donna Vetter / alltrails.com Not only is it slightly easier on the way down, but the scenery is so stunning, you’re sure to spot something you didn’t see on the way up.
Add the Blodgett Canyon Overlook Trail to your must-see list this year. And if you’re short on time but still want to get some exercise, check out these 1-mile (or less) Montana trails.
Claire K / alltrails.com
And if you happen to time the hike right, you may notice an abundance of vibrant wildflowers in the area.
Donna Vetter / alltrails.com
Check weather conditions before you go and plan accordingly.
Donna Vetter / alltrails.com
Expect a gradual ascent, followed by trekking through tranquil Ponderosa forest.
If you can, take a moment to stop on the bridge and enjoy the unique views.
Edue E / alltrails.com
And you’ll be glad you made the effort.
Stephanie Barbera / alltrails.com
Needless to say, this is the perfect place to stop and have a snack. You’ll even see a few benches to rest on.
Not only is it slightly easier on the way down, but the scenery is so stunning, you’re sure to spot something you didn’t see on the way up.
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