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Climbing Wilson Peak in the Madison Range Near Big Sky, Montana
Location: Wilson Peak, Spanish Peaks, Madison Range, Montana
Type: Peak
Rating: Grade II Class 3
Trailhead: Dudley Creek
Distance: 12 miles
Time: 5 to 9 hours
Elevation Dudley Creek TH: 6360′
Elevation Wilson Peak: 10705' | 3263 meters
Total...
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