Beginner Off-Road Trails Near New Miami Colony, Montana
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
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
Skyland
Great views and free camp spots along this trail. It is an easy gravel road that can easily be used by larger vehicles and campers. A little creek and waterfall can be seen at the… Learn more about Skyland
Total Miles
15.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Hungry Horse Reservoir - West
This is a scenic drive down the west side of Hungry Horse Reservoir. There are plenty of developed and primitive camping spots, and lake access points everywhere. The road is maintained, and paved for the… Learn more about Hungry Horse Reservoir - West
Total Miles
49.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Hungry Horse Reservoir - East
This is an easy, scenic drive down the east side of Hungry Horse Reservoir. Many developed and primitive camping spots, with numerous lake access points and lots of hiking trails. This is considered the higher-traffic… Learn more about Hungry Horse Reservoir - East
Total Miles
47.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Stemple Pass
The Stemple Pass road is a quick and scenic escape route to the small mountain town of Lincoln, Montana. The road, while it is well maintained, does have things of which to be cautious. Loose… Learn more about Stemple Pass
Total Miles
22
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Su / Sp
Dalton Mountain Road
The Dalton is an especially fun and scenic logging road for all modes of travel. Most fun on a large-class ADV bike. Nothing inherently difficult, just fast and flowy, depending on the season. Depending on… Learn more about Dalton Mountain Road
Total Miles
15.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Morrell Mountain Lookout
Just outside the small town of Seeley Lake, you'll find a well-maintained gravel road that leads up to Morrell Mountain Lookout. As you gain elevation, the gravel road slightly deteriorates and becomes narrower as you… Learn more about Morrell Mountain Lookout
Total Miles
34.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Marsh Creek
Marsh Creek Trail is a popular access point to Granite Peak Lookout in the Helena National Forest. This trail is also part of the Continental Divide Route, so in the summer be on the lookout… Learn more about Marsh Creek
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Nevada-Ogden Road
The Nevada-Ogden road is an thrilling, yet easy route that can be used to explore the Helena National Forest. While it is not routinely maintained, it sees enough seasonal use to be in good general… Learn more about Nevada-Ogden Road
Total Miles
15.8
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
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
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
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… Learn more about Snow Shoe Creek
Total Miles
13.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Owl Creek Loop
This easy trail loops through the trees and twists and turns and offers terrific views of the mountains as you work your way along. There are a few potholes, but generally, it's easy. Keep your… Learn more about Owl Creek Loop
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Holland Lake
This wide easy potholed trail provides access to the activities around Holland Lake. A lodge appears to offer horseback rides and a place to stay if you don't feel like camping. There are many hiking… Learn more about Holland Lake
Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Pierce Lake
Although some public land connects with the lake, there appears to be no direct access. All beach areas appear private, and no dispersed camping spots were noticed; I would consider this a private lake unless… Learn more about Pierce Lake
Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Secondary Road A
This steep climb up the hill provides easy access to a few different old logging trails that are now closed to motorized travel. Have a horse, mountain bike, two feet? Then these are very open… Learn more about Secondary Road A
Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
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
Lake Inez Campground Loop
This popular camping loop runs right along the lake. Although the group site is an epic spot and only available with reservations, the rest of the sites are free and first-come, first served. There are… Learn more about Lake Inez Campground Loop
Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
West Fork Clearwater River
This trail leads to the trailhead for the hike of the same name. There is ample parking for horses and trailers or whatever you may drive at the trailhead. There are livestock hitching posts as… Learn more about West Fork Clearwater River
Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Beaver Creek Trailhead
This easy trail twists and turns through swampy marshes and over the creek on bridges. There are very few dispersed camping spots. They are not super noticeable, so keep an eye out if that is… Learn more about Beaver Creek Trailhead
Total Miles
7.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Clearwater Canoe Put In Trail
This easy graded trail leads to the fantastic Clearwater Canoe float trail. Put in there for a fantastic float down to the north end of Seely lake. The trail is easy, but please be respectful… Learn more about Clearwater Canoe Put In Trail
Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Lindbergh Lake
This easy potholed trail leads from the highway to the Lindbergh Lake boat launch and camping areas. Camping is first-come, first-serve, and $10/night. There are pit toilets and fire rings. Some sites have bear boxes,… Learn more about Lindbergh Lake
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
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
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
Oregon Gulch
This 5-mile trail connects Kingsbury Spur Trail to York Gulch Trail. You gain almost 2000 feet in elevation, rising to 6329 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
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
Richmond Marshall Hookup Trail
This leisurely trail cruises through the trees across the streams, and along the ridge. The views across the valley are spectacular and quite vast. It's a great spot to watch the storms roll across the… Learn more about Richmond Marshall Hookup Trail
Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Salish Trapper
This short out and back leads to quite a few locked gates with plenty of options to proceed on foot beyond. You can even camp in one of a few dispersed camping spots to make… Learn more about Salish Trapper