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Chief Joseph Pass Area Trails

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Length: 80 mi (128.7 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Network
Elevation: +4,186/ -6,035 ft
Total: 4 riders
 

Mountain Biking Chief Joseph Pass Area Trails

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#4 of 265 mountain bike trails in Montana
#508 in the world

The rides on Chief Joseph Pass range from amazing singletrack to forest roads. A
large section of the Continental Divide Trail traces the west edge of the trail
system. Trails run through wide open valleys, thick pine forest and areas of
burned forest from the large fires in 2000.

First added by chukt on Oct 6, 2012. Last updated Sep 17, 2024. → add an update
Before you go
  • Drinking water: unknown
  • Lift service: unknown
  • Night riding: yes
  • Pump track: unknown
  • Restrooms: unknown
  • Fat bike grooming: unknown
  • E-bikes allowed: unknown
  • Fee required: unknown
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Chief Joseph Pass is located just over a mile east of Lost Trail Pass on Montana- 43. Chief Joseph Pass area trails can be accessed from four places. First from the large parking lot on the pass for the XC trail system. Good loops start along Trail Creek Road #106 about 6 miles further east on MT43. May Creek Campground is a couple miles even further east and 2 trails start there. Finally, you can access the CDT and Ruby Creek Trail from Big Hole Pass east of Gibbonsville, ID. on US93 south of Lost Trail Pass.
System trails (9)
difficultyAnderson Mtn, May Cr, Cabinet Cr Loop28 mi
difficultyContinental Divide Trail - Chief Joseph To Big Hole Pass18 mi
difficultyContinental Divide Trail - Chief Joseph To Trail Ridge14 mi
difficultyContinental Divide Trail - Elk Creek Loop20 mi
difficultyContinental Divide Trail - Ruby Creek Loop15 mi
difficultyElk Creek To Hogan Creek Loop11 mi
difficultyShoofly Loop24 mi
Advanced difficultyStevenson To May Creek Loop*****20 mi
Advanced difficultyThree Mile Ridge*****18 mi
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A mountain bike is leaning against a tree on a rocky trail nestled in a wooded area. In the background, a cyclist rides down the path, navigating through the stones and trees, showcasing a scenic outdoor biking environment. Continental Divide Trail - Chief Joseph To Trail Ridge mountain bike trail.
A mountain biker riding along a grassy trail adorned with wildflowers, surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky. Chief Joseph Pass Area Trails mountain bike trail.
A narrow, winding trail through a forest, lined with tall trees and scattered rocks. The ground is lush with green grass and scattered patches of earth, with some fallen branches visible. The setting appears peaceful and natural, showcasing a serene outdoor environment. Continental Divide Trail - Elk Creek Loop mountain bike trail.
A close-up of a tree trunk in a lush forest setting, featuring a sign for the Continental Divide Trail attached to the bark. The background shows a winding path covered with grass and trees lining either side, creating a serene natural environment. Continental Divide Trail - Elk Creek Loop mountain bike trail.
A forest trail winding through a green landscape with small pine trees, flanked by burnt tree trunks. A mountain bike rests against a tree with a trail marker sticker visible. The scene is illuminated by natural light, suggesting a clear day. Continental Divide Trail - Elk Creek Loop mountain bike trail.
A mountain bike rests against a wooden post marked with a trail sign, surrounded by a forest of tall, barren trees and patches of green grass and young pine saplings. A narrow dirt path leads into the distance, inviting exploration. Continental Divide Trail - Elk Creek Loop mountain bike trail.
A hiker trails along a grassy hilltop, surrounded by lush trees and rolling mountains under a cloudy sky. The landscape showcases green hills and distant ridges, illustrating a serene outdoor setting ideal for hiking and nature exploration. Three Mile Ridge mountain bike trail.


Mountain Bike Trails Near Wisdom, Montana

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  • sidehiller1
    *****

    This trail is a workout and a great ride for intermediate to advanced riders. Be prepared for some short hike a bike. The trail is faint or hard to find in spots so a map or a GPS track is quite helpful. It is a great singletrack trail with good climbs and descents. You will feel like Lewis and Clark on this one! Its out there. Due to trail elevation, it is only snow free in July, Aug, Sept., probably.

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  • chukt   ✓ supporter
    Reviewing Three Mile Ridge:
    *****

    Wow. Just wow. One of my all time favorites.

    The views are amazing. The downhill rocks.

    The CDT in this area has so many possible options for further exploring too.

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