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Big Creek Hike
Good-for-Kids Rating
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-KSchool-Age Kids
Pre-Teens & Teens
Hiking
Big Creek Hike Description
Follow the sound of rushing water as you walk the narrow Big Creek Trail along the river, through the trees, and then onto a packed dirt road leading back to the ranch. Kids thrill in the search for elk, deer, and even hard-to-see black cows put out to pasture among the trees. Serious hikers will enjoy a strenuous sunrise hike to Sheep's Rock or many other moderate-to-difficult choices in the surrounding countryside, much of which is owned by the U.S. Forest Service and open to the public.
Kid Tips
Toddlers & Pre-K: The easiest guided hikes are still about two miles long, so consider a more gentle, self-guided nature walk around the perimeter of the ranch or to the local trout pond.
Pre-Teens & Teens: The guided breakfast hike is an alternative way to get to the early-morning campfire. It's a moderate and fun hike, and kids who take it will still be back at the ranch in time to ride later that day.
Planning Notes
- Water bottles are provided. There's no need to bring your own.
- Don't forget the bug spray. Many hikes are scheduled at sunrise or in the evening to avoid the mid-day heat, but mosquitoes are most active at those times.
Just the Facts
Hours: Scheduled several times a day with guides, or explore on your own.
Fees: Free for ranch guests.
Recommended Time: 1 - 2 hours
What's Nearby?
- Mountain Sky Guest Ranch Big Creek Road
Emigrant, MT 59027
406-333-4911 45.309180833333336 -110.91133888888889 - Horseback Riding Big Creek Road
Emigrant, MT 59027
406-333-4911 45.309180833333336 -110.91133888888889 - Riding Skills Workshop Big Creek Road
Emigrant, MT 59027
406-333-4911 45.309180833333336 -110.91133888888889
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