Off-Road Trails in Montana

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Start of Olsen Creek

Start of Olsen Creek

The start of Olsen Creek Road is your basic gravel road, with somewhat deep potholes and parts of it washed out. There are no real obstacles or technical portions. There are tight switchbacks, so be…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Stemple Pass
Stemple Pass

Stemple Pass

The Stemple Pass Road is a quick and scenic escape route to the small mountain town of Lincoln, Montana. The road, while well-maintained, does have things of which to be cautious. Loose gravel and numerous…
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Total Miles
23.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Stevens Creek Road
Stevens Creek Road

Stevens Creek Road

This well-groomed trail generally follows the powerlines from the dam all the way to the Marten Creek campground. As it twists its way around, you will get amazing views of the lake and hillsides. Some…
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Total Miles
9.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Stevens Ridge
Stevens Ridge

Stevens Ridge

This well-graded ridge run is a perfect ride up or down from the mountain above to the primary graded trails below. There are ample pull-offs, a few tight switchbacks, and hardly any potholes to impede…
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Total Miles
10.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Stillwater River Road
Stillwater River Road

Stillwater River Road

This is a well-maintained gravel road that follows the Stillwater River. It's open year-round with limited access during heavy snowy weather. The first 6.5 miles is a paved two-lane road west of Absarokee before turning…
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Total Miles
15.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Stoddard Point
Stoddard Point

Stoddard Point

This is an easy out-and-back offshoot trail through some seasonal Forest Service cabins off the main Madison Arm Trail. Follow the onX track carefully and obey all signs; there are lots of dirt roads that…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer
Learn more about Stonewall Creek Road - FS 607E
Stonewall Creek Road - FS 607E

Stonewall Creek Road - FS 607E

The northern section of this Stonewall Creek (north of its intersection with Park Creek Road) is a fascinating climb into the mountains, ending in an old patented mining claim. The trail is a narrow single-lane…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Stonewall Mountain Lookout
Stonewall Mountain Lookout

Stonewall Mountain Lookout

One of the more popular trails in the Lincoln Ranger District, the Stonewall Mountain trail takes visitors seemingly to the top of the world, with fantastic views of the Scapegoat Wilderness and the Upper Blackfoot…
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Total Miles
9.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Stony Creek 2178
Stony Creek 2178

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…
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Total Miles
6.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer
Learn more about Storm Castle to Line Creek Rd
Storm Castle to Line Creek Rd

Storm Castle to Line Creek Rd

Heading from north to south, this trail narrows and grows slightly more challenging as you gain elevation. Near the top, the track appears to be sensitive to rain and snowmelt and likely becomes quite muddy…
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Total Miles
12.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Storm Castle to Line Creek Road
Storm Castle to Line Creek Road

Storm Castle to Line Creek Road

Heading from north to south, this trail narrows and grows slightly more challenging as you gain elevation. Near the top, the track appears to be sensitive to rain and snowmelt and likely becomes quite muddy…
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Total Miles
12.5
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Strawberry Lake Trail
Strawberry Lake Trail

Strawberry Lake Trail

This does not take you to Strawberry Lake, but rather the trailhead to hike into the lake. The trail is narrow, rocky, and steep in some sections. There was a wide variety of cars and…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sucker Creek - FS 1800
Sucker Creek - FS 1800

Sucker Creek - FS 1800

As are most of the trails in the Lincoln, Montana area, this is a fairly smooth connector that branches into a series of other trails that traverse the Flathead Range north of Lincoln. Many of…
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Total Miles
11.3
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sula Peak Lookout
Sula Peak Lookout

Sula Peak Lookout

This steep, narrow trail leads up to the Sula Peak Lookout Tower. The tower is occasionally open to the public; check for hours and days of operation beforehand. The trail is well maintained, but 4WD…
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Total Miles
4.0
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Summit Cabin Road
Summit Cabin Road

Summit Cabin Road

This narrow road cuts through a section of burned forest and passes through many private parcels. Please be respectful of their land and stick to the trail. On the map, there is one dispersed camping…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Summit Springs/Cripple Horse
Summit Springs/Cripple Horse

Summit Springs/Cripple Horse

This is an easy and scenic route starting from the Historic Fairview Ranger Station and ending at Lake Koocanusa and the Cripple Horse Marina and RV Park for refreshments or food. There are also multiple…
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Total Miles
21.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sun Canyon Road
Sun Canyon Road

Sun Canyon Road

This is a two-lane dirt road that gives you access to amazing views, campgrounds, ATV trails, hiking and packing trails, picnic sites, and ending at the amazing Gibson Reservoir. From the Gibson Reservoir, you can…
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Total Miles
24.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sunnyside Road
Sunnyside Road

Sunnyside Road

This short Forest Service logging road is easily accessible from the Interstate access road in Basin, Montana. It's an easy, pleasant drive up into the hills and provides opportunities for side trips and exploration of…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sunrise Point Road
Sunrise Point Road

Sunrise Point Road

The route is a two-lane gravel road from start to finish and ends in a very large open area of the Lolo Forest. The route has a gradual climb from 3,200 to 6,000 feet with…
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Total Miles
10.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sunshine Ridge
Sunshine Ridge

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…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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ATV trails in Montana

Learn more about $50,000 Silver Dollar Inn - FSR 288
$50,000 Silver Dollar Inn - FSR 288

$50,000 Silver Dollar Inn - FSR 288

This trail starts just to the North of the Old Montana Club on Timber Creek Road. The route is very wide and made up of gravel and some small areas of pavement. Gentle curves and…
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Total Miles
7.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 2103 West Fork Gold Creek
2103 West Fork Gold Creek

2103 West Fork Gold Creek

This trail starts as a spur off of Gold Creek road just before the locked gate at mile 7 bridge. The trail is a fairly high use road that was built for logging trucks so…
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Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 4W-7736 - Big Flat Trail
4W-7736 - Big Flat Trail

4W-7736 - Big Flat Trail

Big Flat (4W-7736) travels northwest from FSR 320 - Cedar Creek and parallels Oregon Gulch. It dips into deeper gulches than the surrounding area. Along this route, you will see large cedars, an old historic…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 4W-7829 - Mink Peak Jeep Trail
4W-7829 - Mink Peak Jeep Trail

4W-7829 - Mink Peak Jeep Trail

Seasonal - Mink Peak Jeep Trail (4W-7829) West from Big Flat (4W-7736), just under 5 miles, and nears Mink Peak. This trail is a combination of dirt and loose rock with some off-camber out sloped…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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UTV/side-by-side trails in Montana

Learn more about $50,000 Silver Dollar Inn - FSR 288
$50,000 Silver Dollar Inn - FSR 288

$50,000 Silver Dollar Inn - FSR 288

This trail starts just to the North of the Old Montana Club on Timber Creek Road. The route is very wide and made up of gravel and some small areas of pavement. Gentle curves and…
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Total Miles
7.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 2103 West Fork Gold Creek
2103 West Fork Gold Creek

2103 West Fork Gold Creek

This trail starts as a spur off of Gold Creek road just before the locked gate at mile 7 bridge. The trail is a fairly high use road that was built for logging trucks so…
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Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 4W-7736 - Big Flat Trail
4W-7736 - Big Flat Trail

4W-7736 - Big Flat Trail

Big Flat (4W-7736) travels northwest from FSR 320 - Cedar Creek and parallels Oregon Gulch. It dips into deeper gulches than the surrounding area. Along this route, you will see large cedars, an old historic…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 4W-7829 - Mink Peak Jeep Trail
4W-7829 - Mink Peak Jeep Trail

4W-7829 - Mink Peak Jeep Trail

Seasonal - Mink Peak Jeep Trail (4W-7829) West from Big Flat (4W-7736), just under 5 miles, and nears Mink Peak. This trail is a combination of dirt and loose rock with some off-camber out sloped…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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