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id: "2055"
name: Kings Hill Scenic Byway
distance: "71"
duration: 2 hours
description: Winding through the vibrant country of central Montana, Kings Hill Scenic Byway offers many activities including fishing, hiking, boating, and skiing.
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websites:
  - url: https://www.visitmt.com/listings/general/scenic-highway/kings-hill-scenic-byway
    name: Montana Travel Guide
attractions:
  - url: https://www.ghosttowns.com/states/mt/castlecity.html
    name: Castle City Ghost Town
  - url: https://www.fs.usda.gov/helena
    name: Helena National Forest
  - url: https://www.fs.usda.gov/lewisclark
    name: Lewis and Clark National Forest
designations:
  - National Forest Scenic Byway
states:
  - MT
ll:
  - -110.89678999999995
  - 47.349072000000035
bounds:
  - - -110.93637799999993
    - 46.565289000000064
  - - -110.66457400000002
    - 47.349072000000035

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Passing through the Lewis and Clark National Forest and Little Belt Mountains, the Kings Hill Scenic Byway allows travelers to leisurely savor the rugged beauty and invigorating fresh air that are part of the Montana experience. Stretching 71 miles along Highway 89, the Byway winds its way through pristine mountain lakes and streams and is home to an abundant variety of wildlife. The gravel roads criss-crossing the main highway lead to 450 miles of spectacular mountain scenery, high country lakes, trailheads, campgrounds, and old mines. Located just south of Kings Hill Pass, Showdown Ski Area offers 1,400 feet of vertical drop and 34 runs. Fishing, floating, mountain biking, horseback riding, and snowmobiling are just a few of the many activities available in this rugged country that stands waiting to be explored.