While most of Montana’s most beautiful trails are still covered in snow, it won’t be long (we promise) before the ground is green and the wildflowers are in bloom. And while you’ll see colorful flora on many of the Treasure State’s finest trails, there are a few hikes that are known mainly for their wildflowers. Sypes Canyon is one of them.
You’ll find Sypes Canyon north of Bozeman near the southern end of the Bridger Range.
Megan Arndt / alltrails.com It’s about 6 miles long, and although it has a few challenging spots, it’s a good hike for all skill levels.
The trail heads east through a grassy, fenced access and then enters a lush forest canopy into Sypes Canyon.
Megan Arndt / alltrails.com You’ll end up on an overlook with amazing views of the Gallatin Valley, Bozeman, and the Madison, Gallatin, and Tobacco Root Mountains.
But quite frankly, the wildflowers are what makes this trail so special.
LeaAnne Harbour / alltrails.com From June until September, they’ll enhance your entire journey.
You’ll see quiet a variety of flowers on this trail, including the rare calypso orchids, otherwise known as fairy slippers.
Megan Arndt / alltrails.com Striped coralroot and beautiful asters are also common.
Breathtaking views, great exercise, and colorful wildflowers. Does it get any better?
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Perhaps it does, if you time your hike right and catch the sunset.
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This hike is fun in any season, but to experience the beauty of the wildflowers, you’ll have to wait a few more months. In the meantime, try one of Montana’s best spring hikes.
Megan Arndt / alltrails.com
It’s about 6 miles long, and although it has a few challenging spots, it’s a good hike for all skill levels.
You’ll end up on an overlook with amazing views of the Gallatin Valley, Bozeman, and the Madison, Gallatin, and Tobacco Root Mountains.
LeaAnne Harbour / alltrails.com
From June until September, they’ll enhance your entire journey.
Striped coralroot and beautiful asters are also common.
Anna Simpson / alltrails.com
Rue Marrow / alltrails.com
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