Beginner Off-Road Trails Near St. Ignatius, Montana
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Jocko Road
Travel this easy section through the Jocko Canyon along the stunning Jocko River. Other sights along this route include the pristine Jocko Lakes and Placid Lake. Learn more about Jocko Road
Total Miles
30
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Mill Creek
If you want to rattle every bolt loose on your vehicle, then this is the road for you. This is an extremely rough road that connects Arlee and Frenchtown. There aren't many views, and a… Learn more about Mill Creek
Total Miles
10.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Edith Peak 476-1
Make your way up to Edith Peak and enjoy views of the valley floor below, vibrant wildflowers, and (if you're lucky) a snow-capped Ch-paa-qn Peak in spring. This road is usually buried in snow from… Learn more about Edith Peak 476-1
Total Miles
12.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Upper Six Mile 5598 / Main Six West 4223
An easy road winding its way up Six Mile to Edith Peak. Hopefully, you're not afraid of heights as this road does narrow with steep drops, but there is plenty of room if your stomach… Learn more about Upper Six Mile 5598 / Main Six West 4223
Total Miles
7.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Stony Creek 2178
Explore up Stony Creek to access Ch-Paa-Qn Peak trailhead or just to soak in the wildflowers and views in Spring and Summer. This road winds its way up above Stony Creek and progressively narrows and… Learn more about Stony Creek 2178
Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su
Lindbergh to Meadow and Bunyan Lake
This rocky trail heads up into the hills to the two lakes above Lindbergh lake. At the time of recording at the end of May, the snowpack became too deep to continue. There is no… Learn more about Lindbergh to Meadow and Bunyan Lake
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Southside Road
Easy Backroad that runs along the river and though the forest. Light grade changes and no major hurdles. Great Family Trip with lots of wildflowers, scenic pullouts, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Learn more about Southside Road
Total Miles
21
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
Butler Creek Loop 456
Looking for an afternoon outing with access to campsites, picnic areas, views, and light hiking? Look no further! This simple loop will take you along well-maintained gravel roads while giving you access to all that… Learn more about Butler Creek Loop 456
Total Miles
7.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Kennedy Ridge 5507
While this road boasts beautiful views, access to hiking trails, and other opportunities to explore, the pin-striping and steep drops may deter the average full-width driver. This road starts off as a well-maintained gravel road… Learn more about Kennedy Ridge 5507
Total Miles
8.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Beaver Creek Trailhead
This easy trail twists and turns through swampy marshes and over the creek on bridges. There are very few dispersed camping spots. They are not super noticeable, so keep an eye out if that is… Learn more about Beaver Creek Trailhead
Total Miles
7.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Lindbergh Lake
This easy potholed trail leads from the highway to the Lindbergh Lake boat launch and camping areas. Camping is first-come, first-serve, and $10/night. There are pit toilets and fire rings. Some sites have bear boxes,… Learn more about Lindbergh Lake
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Corral Creek Rd 2146
Corral Creek road draws its name from the corral at the north end of the road and offers access to beautiful views of the Missoula and Frenchtown areas as well as access to the Lolo… Learn more about Corral Creek Rd 2146
Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Albert Lothrop Rd 5563
Climb your way up into the hills above Alberton and enjoy the views of the Clark Fork river as well as the hills of the Lolo National Forest. This well maintained dirt road is open… Learn more about Albert Lothrop Rd 5563
Total Miles
13
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Salish Trapper
This short out and back leads to quite a few locked gates with plenty of options to proceed on foot beyond. You can even camp in one of a few dispersed camping spots to make… Learn more about Salish Trapper
Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Lake Marshall
This beautiful scenic run to Lake Marshall offers tons of camping access along the way, with limited spots once you arrive at the lake. There is no apparent put-in for boats at this lake. Along… Learn more about Lake Marshall
Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Owl Creek Loop
This easy trail loops through the trees and twists and turns and offers terrific views of the mountains as you work your way along. There are a few potholes, but generally, it's easy. Keep your… Learn more about Owl Creek Loop
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Pierce Lake
Although some public land connects with the lake, there appears to be no direct access. All beach areas appear private, and no dispersed camping spots were noticed; I would consider this a private lake unless… Learn more about Pierce Lake
Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
West Fork Clearwater River
This trail leads to the trailhead for the hike of the same name. There is ample parking for horses and trailers or whatever you may drive at the trailhead. There are livestock hitching posts as… Learn more about West Fork Clearwater River
Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Blue Mountain
Be sure to start your day with a round of frisbee golf at the Blue Mountain Disc Golf Course before continuing up Blue Mountain to find incredible vistas of the Missoula valley. The road is… Learn more about Blue Mountain
Total Miles
12.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su
Richmond Marshall Hookup Trail
This leisurely trail cruises through the trees across the streams, and along the ridge. The views across the valley are spectacular and quite vast. It's a great spot to watch the storms roll across the… Learn more about Richmond Marshall Hookup Trail
Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
East Twin Creek Road
Great back road accessible by almost any car and SUV Road ID# 2117. First, turn off to the left off of Gold Creek Rd is East Twin Creek Road. The road has some blind corners… Learn more about East Twin Creek Road
Total Miles
10.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Holland Lake
This wide easy potholed trail provides access to the activities around Holland Lake. A lodge appears to offer horseback rides and a place to stay if you don't feel like camping. There are many hiking… Learn more about Holland Lake
Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Larch Camp Road
Larch Camp Road is Located in a part of The Lolo National Forest in the South Hills of Missoula, Montana. It is a scenic backcountry road just a few miles from town. Great hiking in… Learn more about Larch Camp Road
Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Secondary Road A
This steep climb up the hill provides easy access to a few different old logging trails that are now closed to motorized travel. Have a horse, mountain bike, two feet? Then these are very open… Learn more about Secondary Road A
Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Archibald Loop
The stunning scenic trail rises far above Seeley Lake into the hills. There are incredible vistas of the lakes and surrounding mountains but no real places to camp unless a pullout in front of a… Learn more about Archibald Loop
Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Lake Inez Campground Loop
This popular camping loop runs right along the lake. Although the group site is an epic spot and only available with reservations, the rest of the sites are free and first-come, first served. There are… Learn more about Lake Inez Campground Loop
Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Nemote Creek to Stark Lookout
The route begins on a two-lane gravel road that eventually works its way down to one. The road can be dusty if it has been dry, but really a great ride if it rained the… Learn more about Nemote Creek to Stark Lookout
Total Miles
13.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su
Jocko Canyon
This is a scenic shortcut from Seeley Lake to Arlee. It is a rough and rocky dirt road that is 1-2 vehicles wide. Jocko River and lake system are visible for most of the trail.… Learn more about Jocko Canyon
Total Miles
4.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
West Fork Petty Creek Rd 22
If you're looking for access to deep sections of Lolo National Forest near Alberton, this is a great place to start. The road is well maintained gravel and dirt during summer but the snow doesn't… Learn more about West Fork Petty Creek Rd 22
Total Miles
8.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Westside Bypass
This bypass takes you around Sealy lake, on dirt, through the trees. There is no view of the lake and no actual view of any kind unless you love looking at trees. Then, you're in… Learn more about Westside Bypass
Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
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