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Madison Range

Montana

Elevation Range

6,000 ft - 11,301 ft

Notable Peaks

5

Coordinates

45.2499, -111.5008

About Madison Range

The Madison Range is a rugged mountain range located in southwestern Montana, stretching for over 50 miles along the Montana-Idaho border. The range is characterized by high, jagged peaks, deep glacial valleys, and extensive alpine meadows. The terrain is steep and challenging, with numerous rocky outcroppings, cliffs, and talus slopes. The range's geology is primarily composed of ancient metamorphic and igneous rocks, creating a dramatic and varied landscape.

Notable Peaks

Lone Peak

11,166 ft

Gallatin Peak

11,015 ft

Hilgard Peak

11,301 ft

Hollowtop Mountain

10,604 ft

Sphinx Mountain

10,876 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
rock climbing
wildlife viewing
fishing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Bozeman, MT
Big Sky, MT
Ennis, MT

Location

Montana

45.2499, -111.5008

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Data Source

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

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