Things to do in Montana, United States: The Best Biking Trails

September 15, 2021 Mikaela Didonna

No matter where you look in Montana, you’ll find unspoiled nature, charming small towns and relaxing hospitality. Explore Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, then hit the road to discover more natural wonders. You can hike, bike or horseback ride through rugged mountain landscapes, fly-fish blue ribbon trout streams, paddle scenic rivers and lakes, or spend winter days carving fresh powder at ski resorts — then end your day wandering a vibrant main street or relaxing in a cozy lodge.
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1. Woods Gulch Loop

Missoula, MT
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

A 19.3-mile mountain biking trail starting at the base of Missoula's Mount Sentinel.

2. McCormick Park

600 Cregg Ln, Missoula, MT 59801-1813 http://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/McCormick-27
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

McCormick Park

3. Whitefish Mountain Resort

Excellent
71%
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4.5 based on 1,046 reviews

Whitefish Mountain Resort

Whitefish Mountain Resort, in northwest Montana, is noted for its laid-back vibe, world-class skiing, and unbeatable value. The resort sees an average of 300 inches of snow on its 3,000 acres, and is as well known for a pleasant lack of lift lines as for its consistently good snow conditions. When the snow melts, Whitefish Mountain Resort becomes home to thrilling Zip Line Tours and an Aerial Adventure Park along with world-class downhill and cross-country mountain biking. Located next to the Base Lodge patio are fun activities for younger kids like Spider Monkey Mountain, the Strider Bike Park, and Summer Tubing. New for 2019, the Alpine Slide has a new and improved route and a second slide is being constructed! You can't beat the views from the Scenic Lift Ride to the Summit House Montana's only mountaintop restaurant.

4. Silver Park

Located between Wyoming Street and the Milwaukee Trail, Missoula, MT 59801
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Silver Park

5. The Whitefish Trail

Whitefish, MT 59937 +1 406-862-3880 http://www.whitefishlegacy.org/trailheads/
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

The Whitefish Trail

Reviewed By Hikrbabe

Well marked trail around the lake that included overlooks -- nice walk in the woods! Good parking for access at trailheads.

6. Middle Cottonwood Trailhead

Saddle Mountain Road, Bozeman, MT
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Middle Cottonwood Trailhead

Reviewed By janal965 - Bozeman, United States

I hike this trail at least once every year. It is beautiful no matter what season. You can make it a short hike or continue on and connect to the Bridger Ridge Trail.

7. Swan River Nature Trail

Grand Dr., Bigfork, MT
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4.5 based on 78 reviews

Swan River Nature Trail

Reviewed By 763SANDRAB - Kalispell, United States

Lovely easy walk on a previous old gravel road. It is flat and shady so comfortable on a hot day. There are great vistas along the way of Swan River as you are about 30-40 feet up on a hill along the river. We saw women with strollers, families, dogs on leashes, couples and three people on bikes. It is 2 miles in and out. There is a bathroom halfway and three picnic tables along the way. The only caution would be: keep a close watch on any little children running loose as it would be easy for a child to tumble over the edge down a rocky cliff on the river side. There are no guardrails. You can access the trail from above The Bigfork Inn in the City of Bigfork and Park there or you can access it along the bridge over Swan River where kayakers frequently “ take out” - parking available either end.

8. Whitefish River Trail

Whitefish, MT +1 406-863-2470 http://www.explorewhitefish.com/content/fish-trails-and-walking-paths/cotC3246AD031B45DBA6
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Whitefish River Trail

Reviewed By U725PSalanh - San Diego, United States

My wife and I stayed at the Pine Lodge and we got a free kayak rental. The back of the hotel was right next to the river so we did a tandem kayak trip up the river to get to Whitefish Lake. It was a fairly easy trip and it took us about 40-min to reach the lake. The trip was very quiet and scenic and we even saw a deer on the way! You pass by a few bridges and it's a fun trip.

9. Sykes Ridge Ride

Passing through Montana's Pryor Mountains, this challenging 22.5-mile mountain biking trail is for experts.

10. Sawmill Gulch Loop

A scenic mountain biking trail in Montana's Rattlesnake Recreation Area.

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