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Kirk Hill
4.6 ★★★★★ 93 Google reviews · Running trail in Bozeman, Montana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Kirk Hill's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Network of paths hiking area popular for its valley vistas.
What runners say about Kirk Hill
“It was a beautiful day and as an overnight visitor, I had the time to get outside for a hike.”
“The view at the top is quiet and lovely, and there's trail markers every 100 yards to let you know where you're at.”
It was a beautiful day and as an overnight visitor, I had the time to get outside for a hike. The trailhead parking area is easily accessible and has a map of the area. Easy to follow the directions on the map as well as the maps on the trail. Scenic vista's and panoramas.
Great little hiking trails. I like that there's a map posted at every trail intersection to let you know where you are, and make a decision on which way you want to go . Also gives miles and kilometers of trails. Good exercise and great scenery !
A favorite hiking spot that will help give your calves a workout for the first portion of the ascent . After getting over the uphill portion, the trail connects to an old logging road that goes on for miles down a nearby canyon.
My Dad used to bring me here often, when I was a child, so my love of this place may be partially sentimental. This is a really good quick hike, but can be extended for just about anything long as you like.
Trail conditions & character
“The view at the top is quiet and lovely, and there's trail markers every 100 yards to let you know where you're at.”
“Nothing too special about kirk hill other than the fact that its close to town and provides a nice trail to exercise.”
“And I love dogs but it does say to have all of them on a leash and almost every single one I saw wasn't.”
“The trailhead parking area is easily accessible and has a map of the area.”
“The view at the top is quiet and lovely, and there's trail markers every 100 yards to let you know where you're at.”
“Pretty muddy and slippery but a pretty and short trail through the woods.”
“Close to Bozeman, less people then other near by hikes, plenty of shade, not for those who like it flat.”
“It's a good choice for the hot months, as the majority of it is shaded by trees, and great for kids, because of the flowing water and cool boardwalk paths.”
Plan your run at Kirk Hill
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitegvlt.org
- Phone(406) 587-8404
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
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