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Crystal Park, MT

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Trailhead Elevation 7,694 feet
 Interest Off-Trail Hiking
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4  2025-07-05 FOTG
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They Crystal Park Picnic and Mineral Collection area is located within the Pioneer Mountains and is accessed via the popular Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway. The area is open to day use and at the time of writing had a $5.00 per person day use fee. Hexagonal quartz crystals of various types and sizes can be found throughout the 220 acre rock hounding site. Please follow all of the posted rules at the site.






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    WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.

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    From highway 278 W continue north on the scenic byway for approximately 17 miles to the well signed, large paved parking area.
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