
Gates of the Mountains Wilderness
Limestone-cliff canyons above the Missouri — the wilderness where the Mann Gulch fire made history.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Montana, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Limestone canyon forest (1,100–2,400 m)
- Best season
- June – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
- Wildlife Viewing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Limestone canyon forest (1,100–2,400 m)
- Best season: June – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
Limestone-cliff canyons above the Missouri — the wilderness where the Mann Gulch fire made history.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: June – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Limestone canyon forest (1,100–2,400 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
Limestone canyon forest (1,100–2,400 m)
Difficulty
moderate










