Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Helmville, Montana

The Nevada-Ogden road is an thrilling, yet easy route that can be used to explore the Helena National Forest. While it is not routinely maintained, it sees enough seasonal use to be in good general…
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Sometimes it's not about the trail, but the exploration! Montana has a rich and illustrious history of mining, dating back hundreds of years. This loop, accessed off of Nevada-Ogden Road (FS 1163), is a prime…
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Great run between Lincoln, Montana, and Coopers Lake, which is an Alpine lake in Lolo National Forest. The lake is very reminiscent of Lake Macdonald in Glacier, to some extent. Generally smooth trail, well-maintained and…
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Lone Point Drive is a nice, gravel, single-lane road that passes through beautiful dense stands of mixed conifers and occasional stands of aspen. As the road gains elevation, there are occasional openings that provide opportunities…
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Lincoln View ATV Trail is eleven miles of pure joy for ATV and motorcycle riders. This trail, numbered trail # 471, was created by joining some abandoned logging roads to some newly constructed ATV trails…
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Lincoln Gulch Road is a well-maintained, gravel, two-lane road, with the exception of the last mile. However, that last mile is the most interesting of the route, with historical evidence of mining activity, an old…
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The Dalton is an especially fun and scenic logging road for all modes of travel. Most fun on a large-class ADV bike. Nothing inherently difficult, just fast and flowy, depending on the season. Depending on…
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Park Creek Road begins as a two-lane gravel road and gradually deteriorates to a wide single-lane dirt and rock surface. The road passes through mature stands of mixed conifers and occasional stands of alder. There…
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This narrow trail heads from the valley up into the hills providing access to the McCabe hiking trail. This is the more traveled and smoother way to access the hiking trail. The driving trail does…
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The northern section of this Stonewall Creek (north of its intersection with Park Creek Road) is a fascinating climb into the mountains, ending in an old patented mining claim. The trail is a narrow single-lane…
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This narrow two-track loop is the less traveled access point to the McCabe Loop Hiking trailhead. This route offers amazing vistas and viewpoints as it crosses the higher hillside. There are outstanding views of the…
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This well-traveled trail leads back into the main valley and to the Monture Trailhead and campgrounds. It's a beautiful drive just be sure to watch for cyclists as it appears to be a major cycling…
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The Stemple Pass Road is a quick and scenic escape route to the small mountain town of Lincoln, Montana. The road, while well-maintained, does have things of which to be cautious. Loose gravel and numerous…
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As are most of the trails in the Lincoln, Montana area, this is a fairly smooth connector that branches into a series of other trails that traverse the Flathead Range north of Lincoln. Many of…
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Route begins at the South Old Stage Road leaving Deer Lodge. The route is mainly a 2 vehicle wide gravel roadway. Long straight aways with very wide gentle curves make up the route. You will…
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This scenic trail runs across the valley and is an excellent jumping-off point to explore the many trails in the area. With a keen eye, one will spot many short pullouts with nice spots to…
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This easy section twists and turns through the hills and offers a lot of offshoots that have been blocked off with gates and a few pullouts with evidence of camping. If that is your jam,…
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This narrow road cuts through a section of burned forest and passes through many private parcels. Please be respectful of their land and stick to the trail. On the map, there is one dispersed camping…
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One of the more popular trails in the Lincoln Ranger District, the Stonewall Mountain trail takes visitors seemingly to the top of the world, with fantastic views of the Scapegoat Wilderness and the Upper Blackfoot…
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Copper Creek Road is an out-and-back, well-maintained Forest Service Road that leads to multiple points of interest, including the trailhead spur to Indian Meadows Trail/Indian Meadows campground and the Indian Meadows Guard station, which is…
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This well-maintained out-and-back trail is a pure treat to drive. Unfortunately, there was a large wildfire that swept through the canyon. But the views it left behind are spectacular. Rocky hillsides, waterfalls and creeks flowing.…
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Beautiful road with amazing views to enjoy, there aren't many spots for camping, maybe a spot or two and not very big. This road does offer access to other roads which will have more camping…
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Beautiful road with views to enjoy, some points you can see the town below. There isn't much for camping, maybe a spot or two. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You…
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This narrow, short upper section leads into the hills to pass right by the well-preserved Garnet Ghost Town. It runs along a ridgeline with exceptional views of the valley below. It passes through a dense…
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This very potholed and deeply washboard trail leads from the beginning of the dirt section to Montana's best-preserved Ghost Town, Garnet. This site features some of the best-kept historical buildings of its kind. The trail…
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This is a great connector trail with amazing views of the canyons below. It connects the well-preserved Garnet Ghost Town to Bear Town. There are plenty of switchbacks and a creek running alongside the whole…
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You will enjoy this road with its amazing views. There are a few spots that look like they would be good for camping. The road can be muddy when wet, with some water puddles. This…
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This route heads into the hills and is a nice out-and-back detour from the main Cottonwood Lakes trail. Overall it's narrow with pullouts and some potholes to navigate. The trail travels through a section of…
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What a great way to get from the valley high up to the ridges. The views lower down are nice and mostly of trees. As one climbs, the views become way more expansive. There are…
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Indian Meadows is a hiking, camping, and equestrian destination area off Copper Creek Road. It's a multipurpose area that serves as a basecamp for local outfitters, trailhead parking for several hiking trails, and the Indian…
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