Cedar Ridge NF-1690

Total Miles 3.9
Technical Rating
1 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

Cedar Ridge NF-1690 is an easy 4x4 trail located north of Columbia Falls, Montana, and is accessed directly from N Fork Road. The gravel surface is generally smooth, with a few potholes and occasional standing water. The route winds through forested terrain alongside a small creek and includes several scenic shelf road sections overlooking the Flathead Valley. About three dispersed campsites are found along the way, along with a few popular target shooting spots. The trail dead-ends just under 4 miles in at a set of concrete barriers.

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Difficulty

This trail is very easy to navigate with any vehicle as long as there is no snow on the ground.

Technical Rating

1

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rye mc
Aug 25, 2025
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Two spots we saw had campers, turned around as it was getting late.

Cedar Ridge NF-1690 Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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