Pine Creek Lake

Hike Name: Pine Creek Lake Location: south MT Length: 5 Submitted by: Pauline Carter Date Submitted: 0/0/00 Rating:	more Montana trail reviews Montana national parks Montana state parks
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Description
Strenuous 3500' altitude gain in 5 miles by rushing Pine Creek (many small waterfalls)to wildflower meadows and good fishing in lake. Cold emerald lake in bowl at 9000' surrounded by peaks with old snow patches. We went first week in August. Good trail but rocky and steep. Hiking staff or poles reccommended and be prepared for sudden weather change. Day hike or overnight backpack. First mile to Pine Creek Falls moderate and well traveled.

Directions to Hike
From Livingston go south on US 89 about 3 mi. and turn left at Carters Bridge onto road 540. Go south 7 mi.to road 202 turning left and follow signs up one-lane road to Pine Creek CG. Trailhead parking at far end of campground area.

Contact Information
Gallatin National Forest Ranger 5242 Hwy 89S Livingston, MT 406-222-1892

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