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Little Rocky Mountains

Montana

Elevation Range

4,000 ft - 8,390 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

47.9929, -108.5965

About Little Rocky Mountains

The Little Rocky Mountains are a small but rugged mountain range located in north-central Montana. Extending for approximately 30 miles, the range rises abruptly from the surrounding plains, reaching elevations over 8,000 feet. The terrain is characterized by steep, rocky slopes, deep canyons, and alpine lakes, offering a dramatic contrast to the flat prairie landscape. The range is heavily forested, primarily with ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, and juniper, providing habitat for diverse wildlife including bighorn sheep, elk, and black bears.

Notable Peaks

Mount Potosi

8,390 ft

Eagle Ridge

8,240 ft

Mount Odell

8,090 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
fishing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Fort Belknap, MT
Zortman, MT
Dodson, MT

Location

Montana

47.9929, -108.5965

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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