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Springs, Summits & Wild Rivers

Discover Montana's wild heart across pristine waterways, alpine peaks, and ancient forests in one unforgettable adventure.

Day 1 — Giant Springs State ParkDay 2 — Helena National ForestDay 3 — Missouri Headwaters State Park
Day 1Giant Springs State Park

Day 1Giant Springs State Park

🚗 2 hr 11 min driving📍 4 stops
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Montana, USAGiant Springs State Park
1 hr 55 min8:00 AM9:55 AM
Giant Springs State Park
Giant Springs State Park
4.8
Home to one of the largest freshwater springs in North America, the Rainbow Dam & 30 miles of trail.
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Afternoon
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Giant Springs State ParkSouth Shore Trail Trailhead
3 min12:00 PM12:03 PM
South Shore Trail Trailhead
South Shore Trail Trailhead
4.8
Hike scenic paths with stunning views of the surrounding Montana landscape and opportunities to spot wildlife in their natural habitat.
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Evening
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South Shore Trail TrailheadMontana's Rib & Chop House | Great Falls
13 min5:00 PM5:13 PM
Montana's Rib & Chop House | Great Falls
Montana's Rib & Chop House | Great Falls
4.2
Savor mouthwatering smoked ribs and grilled steaks in a classic Montana atmosphere after a day of outdoor adventure.
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Find lodging near Giant Springs State Park
Book somewhere to sleep before Day 2 — search hotels or Airbnb in the Giant Springs State Park area.
Day 2Helena National Forest

Day 2Helena National Forest

🚗 2 hr 37 min driving📍 4 stops
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Giant Springs State ParkHelena National Forest
2 hr 6 min8:00 AM10:06 AM
Helena National Forest
Helena National Forest
4.7
Diverse wilderness expanse featuring campgrounds, hiking trails & hunting & fishing opportunities.
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Helena National ForestHelena-Lewis & Clark National Forest
3 min12:00 PM12:03 PM
Helena-Lewis & Clark National Forest
Helena-Lewis & Clark National Forest
4.7
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Evening
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Helena-Lewis & Clark National ForestLakeside on Hauser
28 min5:00 PM5:28 PM
🍽️ Dinner5:28 PM
✓ In your plan4.4
Lakeside on Hauser
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Find lodging near Helena National Forest
Book somewhere to sleep before Day 3 — search hotels or Airbnb in the Helena National Forest area.
Day 3Missouri Headwaters State Park

Day 3Missouri Headwaters State Park

🚗 2 hr 12 min driving📍 4 stops
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Helena National ForestMissouri Headwaters State Park
1 hr 38 min8:00 AM9:38 AM
Missouri Headwaters State Park
Missouri Headwaters State Park
4.5
State park where Lewis & Clark stayed in 1805, with campgrounds, hiking trails & kayaking.
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Missouri Headwaters State ParkMadison Buffalo Jump State Park
17 min12:00 PM12:17 PM
Madison Buffalo Jump State Park
Madison Buffalo Jump State Park
4.5
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Madison Buffalo Jump State ParkSac Bar & Grill
17 min5:00 PM5:17 PM
Sac Bar & Grill
Sac Bar & Grill
4.5
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Consider staying overnight
The drive home from Missouri Headwaters State Park is 3h 33m — consider staying overnight and driving back in the morning.
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