Mount Helena Ridge Trail
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, Lewis and Clark County, MT
Out-and-back trail in Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, Lewis and Clark County, MT. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 11.9 mi (19.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,647 ft (502 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 40 min
- High point
- 5,823 ft (1,775 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from start
- Trailhead: Mount Helena Ridge Trailhead 11.8 mi (19.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Mount Helena Ridge Trail
How long is Mount Helena Ridge Trail?
Mount Helena Ridge Trail is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 40 min. It climbs 1,647 ft (502 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,823 ft (1,775 m).
How hard is Mount Helena Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mount Helena Ridge Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Mount Helena Ridge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 11.9 mi (19.1 km).
Is Mount Helena Ridge Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (36% under trees).
What can you do on Mount Helena Ridge Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Mount Helena Ridge Trail?
Corner Bar, 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Thriftway, 1.5 mi (2.5 km).
Is this a good week for Mount Helena Ridge Trail?
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.
Trails near Mount Helena Ridge Trail
- West End Trail Mount Helena City Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Diretissima Trail Mount Helena City Park · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- South Dump Trail Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Backside Trail Mount Helena City Park · Easy · 1 mi (1.7 km)
- Northwest Passage Trail Mount Helena City Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Old Chevy Trail Mount Helena City Park · Easy · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- Hanging Draw Trail Mount Helena City Park · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Show-Me-The-Horse Trail Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest · Moderate · 3 mi (4.7 km)
More hikes in Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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