Through the heart of Montana is the Middle Fork of Judith River Trail, Trail J825. The Middle Fork Trail is one of the most iconic trails in Montana. Jeep clubs, OHVs and hikers come from… Learn more about Middle Fork Judith River
Total Miles
10
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Ettien Ridge
Open May 16 - Nov 30. The 2020 Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest MVUM indicates the East portion of the trail is open May 16 - Nov 30, and the West portion of the trail… Learn more about Ettien Ridge
Total Miles
11.4
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Hay Canyon Trail
Open July 1 - Oct 14. Hay Canyon Trail is in the Little Belt Mountains, located in the Lewis and Clark National Forest, Southeast of Great Falls and Northwest of Harlowton, Montana. From Hay Canyon… Learn more about Hay Canyon Trail
Total Miles
7.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su
High Spring Creek
These are nice views along the middle section overlooking the valley below and Russian Flat. The ride is easy going on the western half of the trail with a few more difficult sections on the… Learn more about High Spring Creek
Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su
Lower Russian Youth Loop
Lower Russian Youth Loop FS 463. The trail may start out looking like it simply goes to a campsite, ride on around that campsite to find the fork marking the start of the loop. 2.4… Learn more about Lower Russian Youth Loop
Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Ettien Ridge Connector
The Ettien Ridge Connector J821A runs between the main dirt road and Ettien Ridge Trail. Traveling from the dirt road to Ettien Ridge Trail, this connector trail has a few short steep uphill sections. There's… Learn more about Ettien Ridge Connector
Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su
Magpie Upper
This track completes the upper portion of Magpie. It runs through the Helena National Forest to the private property boundary. There is a camping area near the end of this trail. The scenery is spectacular,… Learn more about Magpie Upper
Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Magpie Creek to Avalanche Creek
Starting off, this ride seems straightforward; two vehicles can easily pass one another. Taking a left when you reach Magpie Ridges leads to some nice obstacles. You'll continue to climb, rolling over rock gardens along… Learn more about Magpie Creek to Avalanche Creek
Total Miles
26.6
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Willow Park
Willow Park is a 50-inch trail that connects the Russell Point area to the Haymaker Park area via trails 464, 189, 619, and 606. You may also see the names Willow Park, Burley Creek, Daisy… Learn more about Willow Park
Total Miles
11.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su
Sunshine Ridge
This track goes about 3 miles north and west of the Magpie Creek to Avalanche Creek Trail. It goes across the Helena National Forest to the boundary with private property. The highest elevation on this… Learn more about Sunshine Ridge
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
St. Peters Mission
The Adel Mountains are a geologist's dream to experience. Filled with small laccoliths and dikes, this igneous complex dates to approximately 65 million years ago. The resulting topography is that of rolling hills, lush had… Learn more about St. Peters Mission
Total Miles
26
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Magpie Gulch
This 8-mile track in the Helena National Forest, east of Canyon Ferry Lake, connects Magpie Ridge Trail to the Magpie Creek to Avalanche Creek Trail. You get up to 6900 feet near Hunters Gulch. The… Learn more about Magpie Gulch
Total Miles
7.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Hedges Mountain
This 3-mile RT track takes you to Hedges Mountain in the Helena National Forest at an elevation of 7131 feet. The scenery is spectacular, the forest is healthy and well-maintained, and the wildlife includes deer,… Learn more about Hedges Mountain
Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
York Gulch
The York Gulch Trail connects York Road to Hedges Mountain, Oregon Gulch, Kingsberry Spur, and the Magpie Creek to Avalanche Creek Trails. You go from 3900 feet to just over 6200 feet in the Helena… Learn more about York Gulch
Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Oregon Gulch
This 5-mile trail connects Kingsbury Spur Trail to York Gulch Trail. You gain almost 2,000 feet in elevation, rising to 6,329 feet at the highest point. The scenery is spectacular, the forest is healthy and… Learn more about Oregon Gulch
Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Nelson Road
This 6-mile stretch of Nelson Road goes from York Road to the Favorite Gulch/Owl Gulch Loop Trail. The scenery is spectacular, the forest is healthy and well-maintained, and the wildlife includes deer, elk, moose, and… Learn more about Nelson Road
Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Owl Gulch Loop
This 3-mile loop connects the Favorite Gulch Trail via Owl Gulch to the Pipeline Trail and Pipeline Loop. Private property crossings are allowed if you stay on the trail. The scenery is spectacular, the forest… Learn more about Owl Gulch Loop
Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Townsend To Winston
This 68-mile trail takes you from Old Woman's Grave Road just outside of Townsend, on a winding, twisting path through the National Forest, to Winston. You will travel across the National Guard Training grounds, up… Learn more about Townsend To Winston
Total Miles
65.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Indian Creek Road
This 10-mile trail takes you from Highway 287 near Townsend into the Helena National Forest. You go through a beautiful canyon, gain 3500 feet in elevation, and experience the majesty of Montana. The scenery is… Learn more about Indian Creek Road
Total Miles
9.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
North Hills Recreation Area
The North Hills Recreation Area trail is a dirt road in overall good condition. The trail is accessible by 2WD car if you can stay out of the ruts. Along the North Hills Recreation Area… Learn more about North Hills Recreation Area
Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Indian Creek Road Spur 1
This 8-mile RT trail explores the Helena National Forest north of Indian Creek Road. The views of Canyon Ferry Lake and the valley are breathtaking. The forest is healthy and well-maintained. The elevation along this… Learn more about Indian Creek Road Spur 1
Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Badger Creek
The Badger Creek Trail is just under 3 miles and connects Indian Creek Trail with Merrel Springs Trail. The highest elevation on this trail is 7353 feet, and you drop down to 6400 feet at… Learn more about Badger Creek
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Boulder to Toston via Black Sage Pass
For those who like to take the road less traveled, this back road trek will take you between the small Montana towns of Boulder and Toston. Traversing Jefferson and Broadwater counties this route takes about… Learn more about Boulder to Toston via Black Sage Pass
Total Miles
40.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Merrel Springs
This section of the Merrel Springs Trail goes down to 5900 feet in the Helena National Forest and connects to the Weston Creek Trail. It's just under 1 mile and goes along the West Fork… Learn more about Merrel Springs
Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Weston Creek Lower Portion
The Weston Creek Lower Portion Trail connects Indian Creek Road Trail to the Weston Creek Upper Portion Trail, the Weston Creek Spur #1, the Merrel Springs Trail, and the Cold Springs Road Trail. It's two… Learn more about Weston Creek Lower Portion
Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Dead Man Gulch
This is a fun ranch road, typically used as a connector to avoid pavement on a large ADV bike. It's a fast and flowy road on a bike, faster now that it's been recently graded.… Learn more about Dead Man Gulch
Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Cold Springs Road
This trail connects Weston Creek Lower Portion with Weston Creek Upper Portion by going south around Giant Hill. It's just over 4 miles one way and runs between 5300and 6200 feet in the Helena National… Learn more about Cold Springs Road
Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Weston Creek Upper Portion
Weston Creek Trail connects Indian Creek Road Trail to the Canyon Ferry to Winston via Helena National Forest Trail at the Eagle Guard Cabin. It's two miles, climbing up to 6200 feet in the National… Learn more about Weston Creek Upper Portion
Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Little Wolf Creek Road
This is a super fun road on a large ADV bike. Preferred direction is south to north so you're riding uphill. It begins at an ATV park then through residential area but fun up on… Learn more about Little Wolf Creek Road
Total Miles
14.1
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Crow Creek
This 7-mile one-way trail cuts across the Helena National Forest by Glendale Butte and Big Mountain. It connects to Norris Gulch on the south end and Weasel Creek on the north end. You drive along… Learn more about Crow Creek
Total Miles
6.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
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