Great Divide Mountain Bike Route
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Jefferson County, MT
Point-to-point trail in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Jefferson County, MT. Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 607.8 mi (978.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 33,760 ft (10,290 m)
- Est. Time
- 102 hr 5 min
- High point
- 7,848 ft (2,392 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: North Elk Ridge Trailhead 97.2 mi (156.4 km) from start
- Trailhead: South Elk Ridge Trailhead 97.9 mi (157.6 km) from start
- Campsite: Owl Creek Packer Camp 112.7 mi (181.4 km) from start
- Trailhead: Clearwater Lake 121.4 mi (195.3 km) from start
- Spring 231 mi (371.7 km) from start
- Hut 231.3 mi (372.2 km) from start
- Hut 231.3 mi (372.2 km) from start
- Shelter 270.8 mi (435.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Four Georgians Mine 270.8 mi (435.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Selfie Spot 270.8 mi (435.9 km) from start
- Visitor center: Montana Helena Tourism Alliance Visitor Center 270.8 mi (435.9 km) from start
- Toilets: Restroom 270.9 mi (435.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Lime Kiln Ruins 271.7 mi (437.3 km) from start
- Trailhead 274.1 mi (441.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Lady Smith 316.1 mi (508.7 km) from start
- Peak: Big Butte 341.2 mi (549.1 km) from start
- Shelter 344.4 mi (554.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Deluxe Tent Water & Power 344.4 mi (554.3 km) from start
- Toilets: Camp Restroom & Showers 344.5 mi (554.4 km) from start
- Campsite 363.5 mi (584.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Great Divide Mountain Bike Route
How long is Great Divide Mountain Bike Route?
Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is 607.8 mi (978.2 km) long. Most people take about 102 hr 5 min. It climbs 33,760 ft (10,290 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,848 ft (2,392 m).
How hard is Great Divide Mountain Bike Route?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Great Divide Mountain Bike Route?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Great Divide Mountain Bike Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 208.9 mi (336.2 km), 270.9 mi (435.9 km), 344.5 mi (554.4 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Great Divide Mountain Bike Route shaded?
Partly shaded (33% under trees).
What can you do on Great Divide Mountain Bike Route?
Best for Mountain biking.
Where can you eat near Great Divide Mountain Bike Route?
Tiki Bar, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Tamarack Ski Shop, 0.6 mi (1 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Great Divide Mountain Bike Route?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Colorado Ave Shared Use Path Flathead County · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- Fish Trails Bike and Pedestrian Path Flathead County · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Karrow Ave Shared Use Path Flathead County · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Fish Trails Bike and Pedestrian Path Flathead County · Easy · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- State Park Shared Use Path Flathead County · Easy · 1.8 mi (3 km)
- Whitefish Trail Flathead County · Moderate · 0.7 mi (1.2 km)
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