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Peak · Crow Butte Park

Crow Butte

0.8 mi round trip21 ft gainEasyDay hike: No permitOvernight: Check first
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightCheck first
Many parks like this close at dusk and do not allow camping. Check the posted rules before an overnight trip.

Matched from park boundaries on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance0.8 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain21 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit673 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Crow Butte is a peak reached by a 0.8-mile round trip from Unnamed trailhead.

Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.

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What you need

Parking and passes

Wildlife refuge: some refuges charge a small day-use fee, which an America the Beautiful pass covers. Check posted signs.

Getting there

The hike starts at Unnamed trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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