Gallatin Canyon Trail
A scenic paved pathway following the Gallatin River, connecting Big Sky Canyon neighborhoods with safe, year-round access for walking and biking.
A paved, mostly flat connector trail along Highway 191 linking Town Center to Ophir School.
200 feet
Easy
5 miles
Gallatin Canyon Trail
The Gallatin Canyon Trail is an easy, 5-mile round-trip paved pathway that parallels Highway 191, providing a safe and scenic route between Big Sky Conoco and Ophir School. This 8-foot-wide path begins at the intersection of Lone Mountain Trail (Hwy 64) and Highway 191 and extends approximately 2.5 miles one way.
Nearly flat for its entire length, the trail offers an accessible option for walking, running, and biking without significant elevation gain. Along the route, users can connect to Lone Peak Trail, Town Center, Buck’s T-4 Lodge, and nearby neighborhoods. A short 100-foot detour along Michener Creek Road provides access to the Mud Creek Trailhead, adding approximately 3 miles of additional biking and hiking opportunities.
The trail runs adjacent to the Gallatin River corridor, offering views east into the Porcupine Creek drainage — a U.S. Fish and Wildlife refuge and important winter habitat for northern Yellowstone elk herds.
Gallatin Canyon Trail is open in spring, summer, and fall. It is not maintained for winter use.
More Trail Details
Gallatin Canyon Trail offers a long, leisurely outing with scenic canyon views framed by lodgepole pines, cliffs, and moss-covered rock formations. The Gallatin River runs parallel for much of the route, where you may spot rafters, kayakers, and anglers.
Wildlife is present in the surrounding habitat — carry bear spray and remain alert.
For those looking to extend their route, consider connecting to Lone Peak Trail or detouring to the Mud Creek Trailhead.
Maintained by Big Sky Community Organization (BSCO), the Gallatin Canyon Trail enhances pedestrian and bike connectivity between neighborhoods, schools, recreation spaces, and Town Center — supporting safer, car-free access within the greater Big Sky area.
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