Big Belt Mountains
Montana
Elevation Range
4,000 ft - 9,172 ft
Notable Peaks
5
Coordinates
46.4541, -111.2644
About Big Belt Mountains
The Big Belt Mountains are a remote and rugged mountain range located in central Montana. The range covers an area of over 500 square miles and is characterized by steep, forested slopes, deep canyons, and numerous high peaks. The terrain is predominantly granite and limestone, offering a mix of challenging hiking trails, rock climbing opportunities, and scenic alpine environments. The Big Belts are part of the larger Rocky Mountain range and help form the continental divide, contributing to the area's diverse flora and fauna.
Notable Peaks
Mount Edith
9,172 ft
Mount Baldy
8,806 ft
Mount Wilbert
8,701 ft
Mount Biggs
8,515 ft
Granite Peak
8,392 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.