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Mountain Range
moderate

Milk River Hills

Montana

Elevation Range

3,800 ft - 4,700 ft

Notable Peaks

2

Coordinates

48.0286, -106.3020

About Milk River Hills

The Milk River Hills are a small, rugged mountain range located in north-central Montana. Rising from the rolling prairies, the hills are characterized by steep, rocky slopes, deep canyons, and sparse vegetation. The terrain is quite challenging, with a mix of rocky outcroppings, scree fields, and hidden draws. Despite the remote, isolated nature of the range, it offers scenic vistas of the surrounding plains and opportunities for backcountry exploration.

Notable Peaks

Brown Butte

4,619 ft

Lone Butte

4,380 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
wildlife viewing
camping

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Malta, MT
Glasgow, MT

Location

Montana

48.0286, -106.3020

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Data Source

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

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