We’ve officially reached peak fall foliage season in Montana — but unfortunately, it doesn’t last long. And while you can always go on a scenic drive to see those autumn hues, there’s really no better way to see them than on foot.

While the most vibrant fall foliage hikes are found in Glacier National Park, it isn’t always easy to make that trip. But if you’re up for a nice, challenging, hike with some seriously stunning autumn hues, check out the Strawberry Lake Trail near Kalispell.

Strawberry Lake Trail No. 5 is located just north of the Jewel Basin Hiking Area near both Kalispell and Bigfork.

Curtiss Notch / alltrails.com This is a 6-mile out-and-back trail, and parts of it are pretty intense.

Strawberry Lake is a small alpine lake that offers sweeping views of the valley…

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…and on the way, you’ll see some spectacular fall foliage.

Julie Von Eschen / alltrails.com Early to mid-October is the best time to enjoy the changing leaves.

The trail has a lot of switchbacks, and at times, it feels like a steep climb.

Cheryl Green / alltrails.com But it’s well worth it.

Strawberry Lake Trail can get crowded in the summertime, but things slow down in the fall.

Julie Von Eschen / alltrails.com This is the perfect time of year to try it.

Enjoy one last exhilarating workout before you’re cooped up inside for the winter.

Cheryl Green / alltrails.com Just make sure to pack both bug and bear spray.

Strawberry Lake Trail offers a beautiful hike on a crisp fall day. But if you don’t have time for a 6-mile trail, you can always find one of these shorter trails instead.

Curtiss Notch / alltrails.com

This is a 6-mile out-and-back trail, and parts of it are pretty intense.

Kaiti Caldwell / alltrails.com

Julie Von Eschen / alltrails.com

Early to mid-October is the best time to enjoy the changing leaves.

Cheryl Green / alltrails.com

But it’s well worth it.

This is the perfect time of year to try it.

Just make sure to pack both bug and bear spray.

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