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Learn more about Standard Creek Rd w/Wolverine Basin
Standard Creek Rd w/Wolverine Basin

Standard Creek Rd w/Wolverine Basin

Standard Creek Road (FS237) is a beautiful climb from the Madison River Basin up into the Gravelly Range. The views are spectacular and many side trails exist for exploring. The views often show three to…
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Total Miles
23.6
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Stanley Creek
Stanley Creek

Stanley Creek

This route heads into the hills and is a nice out-and-back detour from the main Cottonwood Lakes trail. Overall it's narrow with pullouts and some potholes to navigate. The trail travels through a section of…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Start of Olsen Creek
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
1 Easy
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
1 Easy
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
2 Easy
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
2 Easy
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
1 Easy
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
1 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer
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
2 Easy
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
3 Easy
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
3 Easy
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
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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
4 Moderate
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
2 Easy
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
1 Easy
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
2 Easy
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
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sureshot Lakes
Sureshot Lakes

Sureshot Lakes

The trail travels to Sureshot and Upper Sureshot Lakes before climbing up and down a mountain saddle via a series of switchbacks. The trail travels in and out of pine forest with great views along…
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Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Swede Mountain Runabout
Swede Mountain Runabout

Swede Mountain Runabout

This trail provides a wonderful showcase of the Kootenai National Forest's beauty. Once leaving the pavement, a maintained gravel road takes you up and over Swede Mountain and down to the Fischer River. The road…
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Total Miles
14.4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sweeney Creek Trail
Sweeney Creek Trail

Sweeney Creek Trail

This is a 4x4 high-clearance switchback dirt road. This trail begins through a gravel residential neighborhood; signs ask to drive slowly and keep the dust down. There are a few narrow one-lane sections that run…
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Total Miles
6.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall

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