Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Weeksville, Montana

West Fork of Swamp Creek- FS 217 is a lightly traveled gravel road through Lolo National Forest west of Plains, Montana. Lower sections of the road have many ATV and motorcycle pathways from the main road. Be aware of private or prohibited activities and do not trespass. The road has received little...
Learn more about West Fork of Swamp Creek

This is a singletrack, two-way trail that is slightly overgrown. It is fairly easy, but there are a few log hops and side hills, and there may be blown down trees blocking your way. The trail is mostly marked with colored tape and trail signs. The Olson Peak Trail connects with the CC Divide Trail ...
Learn more about Olson Peak Singletrack

This 38-mile route (County Road 556) is a beautiful adventure through some remote and rugged terrain! It is perfect for those looking for a quiet escape into nature, with the Thompson River as a scenic companion along the way. The opportunity for fishing, particularly for brown trout, is a major bon...
Learn more about Thompson River Road

Bemish Ridge- USFS 7583 is a moderately traveled gravel road through Lolo National Forest north of St. Regis, Montana. There is significant deadfall from a recent fire in the area. Take a saw with you to be prepared. It is easily traveled by all vehicles except when snow or ice covered. The roadway ...
Learn more about Bemish Ridge - FS 7583

This route begins at the 3-way intersection of Forest Service Roads 352, 378, and 419 from the Thompson Falls Trail. The route is two-lane for a short spell and turns into one lane of bony rock and gravel. The route is very rough in sections with ruts and steep drops close to the edge of the route. ...
Learn more about Thompson Falls and Rock Creek Trail - FS 352 / 378

From the Plains and Hot Springs intersection cutoff, this gravel road takes you along the high ridge running in a north/south direction. There are several offshoots from this section if one is willing to explore and spend a day driving around. Along the way, there is a beautiful small meadow that of...
Learn more about Divide Cutoff Road

Eddy Peak Road is a moderately used out-and-back gravel route from Thompson Falls, Montana to the top of Eddy Peak. The route has sections that are narrow shelf roads with no passing room and up to six percent inclines of the roadbed. The road is in good condition, though inclement weather and snow ...
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Tamarack Creek is USFS road 284, a moderately traveled gravel road through Lolo National Forest north of St. Regis, Montana. The road has heavier use near Highway 135, which decreases as you ascend toward Camel's Hump Lookout. It is easily traveled by all vehicles except when snow or ice covered. Th...
Learn more about Tamarack Creek - FS 284

This route picks up from the Divide Cutoff road and connects to HS 3000. There are several offshoots (many appear to be overgrown) from this section if one is willing to explore and spend a day driving around. Lots of old growth in this area does limit views of the valley below. This is a popular ar...
Learn more about Garden Creek

This is a fun, well-maintained singletrack that follows the Clark Fork River. There are some technical rock/root features, very small water crossings and a few switchbacks. The trail is shared, trail so you may encounter the occasional hiker/biker. You'll end at the Ferry Landing Fishing Access whic...
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Camels Hump Lookout is USFS road 3800, a lightly traveled gravel road through Lolo National Forest east of Henderson, Montana. The road is moderately traveled and has a mild incline never exceeding a 6% grade. It is easily traveled by all vehicles except when snow or ice covered. The roadway is subj...
Learn more about Camels Hump - FS 3800

This road can be accessed from Twelve Mile Road off of I90 near Henderson. With a few easy switch back's, and a good graded road, it is a nice easy cruise for any vehicle. During heavy rain or snowmelt, 2WD is not recommended due to potential slippery native dirt surfaces and deeper mud puddles. Thi...
Learn more about Rock Creek Road - FSR 444

Turn off I-90 and go north on 135 through Saint Regis, Montana. FS 4227 road will be on the West side and begin in the state of Montana land and quickly enter Lolo National Forest. Stay on the main road. There are some pull-outs but no notable spurs. The road will continue a bit past the quarry to ...
Learn more about Mayo Gulch

Boyd Mountain is an outstanding destination for dirt bike riders looking for a scenic, flowy singletrack climb with moderate technical challenges. Beginning near Old Mullan Road in Mullan Gulch, this route offers a gentle introduction to singletrack riding as it snakes its way up the forested mounta...
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This easy gravel road takes you from the edge of Hot Springs to the cutoff towards Plains. There are several offshoots from this road if you're willing to spend a day driving around, which also offers some limited views overlooking Hot Springs. The majority of the road is in decent shape with lots o...
Learn more about Old Hot Springs Road - HS 1000

The route is mainly two-lane, made up of dirt and gravel. Long straight aways and sharp corners make up the route. There are spots with deep drops right next to the side of the route. The route runs next to Twelve Mile Creek with several narrow bridges running over the creek. No cell service was fou...
Learn more about Cabin City

This route picks up from the Garden Creek road and travels in a north/south Direction. There are several offshoots (many appear to be overgrown) from this section if you're willing to explore and spend a day driving around. Lots of old growth in this area does limit views of the valley below. This i...
Learn more about Hot Springs 3000

The route is mainly two-lane gravel, but there are narrow parts where it would be hard to pass another vehicle. The route is a gradual climb from 2,600 to 5,800 feet. There are sharp blind curves along the route with steep embankments. Cell service is limited in parts of the route, and traffic along...
Learn more about Sloway Gulch Road-Keystone Peak

The trail is a wide flat gravel route that has gradual curves and short side embankments. The majority of the route parallels the St. Regis River with many areas to stop to fish or have a lunch break. Cell service is available through all of the route. The route can be very dusty when dry, but great...
Learn more about Little Joe Road

This is a direct route to the St. Joe River corridor when coming from Montana via St. Regis. The route has established and dispersed camping as well as both hiking and OHV trails branching off. The road is in excellent condition except for a few sections of washboard. It is also extremely wide with ...
Learn more about Little Joe Creek FS 282

West Fork of Swamp Creek- FS 217 is a lightly traveled gravel road through Lolo National Forest west of Plains, Montana. Lower sections of the road have many ATV and motorcycle pathways from the main road. Be aware of private or prohibited activities and do not trespass. The road has received little...
Learn more about West Fork of Swamp Creek

This 38-mile route (County Road 556) is a beautiful adventure through some remote and rugged terrain! It is perfect for those looking for a quiet escape into nature, with the Thompson River as a scenic companion along the way. The opportunity for fishing, particularly for brown trout, is a major bon...
Learn more about Thompson River Road

Bemish Ridge- USFS 7583 is a moderately traveled gravel road through Lolo National Forest north of St. Regis, Montana. There is significant deadfall from a recent fire in the area. Take a saw with you to be prepared. It is easily traveled by all vehicles except when snow or ice covered. The roadway ...
Learn more about Bemish Ridge - FS 7583

This route begins at the 3-way intersection of Forest Service Roads 352, 378, and 419 from the Thompson Falls Trail. The route is two-lane for a short spell and turns into one lane of bony rock and gravel. The route is very rough in sections with ruts and steep drops close to the edge of the route. ...
Learn more about Thompson Falls and Rock Creek Trail - FS 352 / 378

West Fork of Swamp Creek- FS 217 is a lightly traveled gravel road through Lolo National Forest west of Plains, Montana. Lower sections of the road have many ATV and motorcycle pathways from the main road. Be aware of private or prohibited activities and do not trespass. The road has received little...
Learn more about West Fork of Swamp Creek

This 38-mile route (County Road 556) is a beautiful adventure through some remote and rugged terrain! It is perfect for those looking for a quiet escape into nature, with the Thompson River as a scenic companion along the way. The opportunity for fishing, particularly for brown trout, is a major bon...
Learn more about Thompson River Road

Bemish Ridge- USFS 7583 is a moderately traveled gravel road through Lolo National Forest north of St. Regis, Montana. There is significant deadfall from a recent fire in the area. Take a saw with you to be prepared. It is easily traveled by all vehicles except when snow or ice covered. The roadway ...
Learn more about Bemish Ridge - FS 7583

This route begins at the 3-way intersection of Forest Service Roads 352, 378, and 419 from the Thompson Falls Trail. The route is two-lane for a short spell and turns into one lane of bony rock and gravel. The route is very rough in sections with ruts and steep drops close to the edge of the route. ...
Learn more about Thompson Falls and Rock Creek Trail - FS 352 / 378