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Learn more about Sloway Gulch Road-Keystone Peak
Sloway Gulch Road-Keystone Peak

Sloway Gulch Road-Keystone Peak

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…
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Total Miles
15.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sluice Creek
Sluice Creek

Sluice Creek

This is a rocky twisty ridge road. It's open seasonally with a gate near the first bottom switchback. The trail has fantastic views of the Bitterroot Valley and Sapphire range. The trail is loose and…
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Total Miles
10.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Small Creek FS 4292
Small Creek FS 4292

Small Creek FS 4292

This offshoot of Elk Meadows FS 451 offers fantastic views of the South Fork of Lolo Creek drainage. There are several nice dispersed campsites that have excellent views. The out-and-back extension is worth checking out…
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Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Smart Creek
Smart Creek

Smart Creek

Beautiful road with amazing views to enjoy, there isn't much for camping, maybe a spot or two. Road can be muddy when wet, with some water puddles. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Smith Ridge
Smith Ridge

Smith Ridge

Twisty dirt out and back trail gaining elevation up to a nice campsite or turn around. Mostly treed trail with some beautiful views out to the Bitterroot valley in a few areas where the trees…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Smith Ridge Dead End
Smith Ridge Dead End

Smith Ridge Dead End

Small offshoot trail on the Smith trail. Some dispersed camping right at the beginning. The trail cuts hard left into the woods. From here, it is super narrow and really difficult to find a turnaround…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Smith Ridge Glen Lake
Smith Ridge Glen Lake

Smith Ridge Glen Lake

Stunning drive into the Bitterroots from the Bell Crossing area. You start in a residential area and ascend to the trailhead for the Glen Lake hike. Along the way are a few waterfalls for one…
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Total Miles
7.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Smiths Grassy Offshoot
Smiths Grassy Offshoot

Smiths Grassy Offshoot

A grassy offshoot from Smiths Trail. Seasonally closed from Oct 14th through June 16th. This trail features a beautiful ride through the woods on a lesser traveled trail. Please use caution when stopping in the…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Snow Shoe Creek
Snow Shoe Creek

Snow Shoe Creek

The Snow Shoe Creek Road is a wonderful escape into the high alpine meadows of the Helena National Forest. The trail begins in the lush hay valleys along the Little Blackfoot River, and ends near…
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Total Miles
14.0
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Snowshoe Pass
Snowshoe Pass

Snowshoe Pass

The route surface is hard-packed dirt and gravel with loose rock in some areas. The route will pass by an old logging operation where some trees are still piled high for removal. The route is…
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Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about South Ambrose
South Ambrose

South Ambrose

This fun little out and back deviates from the main trail into the hills. There are lots of twists and turns, dips and dives. It's generally narrow with a few mild rutted sections. Once you…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about South Baldy Loop
South Baldy Loop

South Baldy Loop

Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about South Beaver
South Beaver

South Beaver

This is a short rutty loop. You'll find a steep hill at the end that adds some excitement to your trip. Pretty simple work for most 4x4 vehicles. Always come prepared with rescue gear, especially…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about South Boulder Creek Loop
South Boulder Creek Loop

South Boulder Creek Loop

This is a fun and scenic loop with a lot of elevation change. It crosses South Boulder Creek nine times and goes by a few old mining remnants while on this loop. The trail is…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about South Cottonwood
South Cottonwood

South Cottonwood

This connector trail leads back out from or into Cottonwood Ridge. It has some steeper sections with loose rock, and some articulation may occur. Otherwise, it has the typical Montana forest road potholes full of…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about South Fork Madison Road (478)
South Fork Madison Road (478)

South Fork Madison Road (478)

This is a well-maintained Forest Service Road that joins Highway 20 just west of West Yellowstone and runs to the Idaho Border. At Reas Pass, you can explore Two Tops if your machine is 50…
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Total Miles
8.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about South Fork Nemote - Sheridan Ridge Loop
South Fork Nemote - Sheridan Ridge Loop

South Fork Nemote - Sheridan Ridge Loop

This route is controlled by two gates that are opened only from 05/16-10/14. The route passes thru both the Lolo National Forest and Fish Creek Wildlife Area. It is a single gravel, loose rock road…
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Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about South Fork Nemote Creek - Sheridan Ridge Loop
South Fork Nemote Creek - Sheridan Ridge Loop

South Fork Nemote Creek - Sheridan Ridge Loop

South Fork Nemote Creek (FSR 9915)-Sheridan Ridge (FSR 9914-9912) Loop is a route that makes a big loop thru this section of Lolo National Forest. The route climbs to 5500' on a gravel one-lane road…
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Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about South Fork Second Creek Road-Nine Mile Divide Trailhead
South Fork Second Creek Road-Nine Mile Divide Trailhead

South Fork Second Creek Road-Nine Mile Divide Trailhead

The route begins from where Kings Ridge Road and South Fork of Second Creek Road meet. The route is mainly gravel but will have spots of packed dirt and grass. There are many sharp curves…
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Total Miles
8.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about South Meadow Creek Lake
South Meadow Creek Lake

South Meadow Creek Lake

The South Meadow Creek Lake Trail is an out and back in Beaverhead National Forest, Montana. The trail has beautiful views throughout, especially at the mountain lake. The first half is very easy and then…
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Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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