Big Butte
Mountain in Montana · 6,299 ft
The hike up Big Butte
The route starts at Big Butte Upper Parking Lot — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Big Butte?
Big Butte is 6,299 ft above sea level and lies in Montana. Its prominence is 249 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Big Butte?
From Big Butte Upper Parking Lot it is about 0.3 mi one way with 217 ft of ascent. Expect around 21 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Big Butte?
The nearest parking is Big Butte Upper Parking Lot (northeast of the peak) — 0.3 mi on foot · ↑ 217 ft · about 21 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 0.5 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Big Butte in Conquer?
Yes — Big Butte is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Big Butte in the app
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