Ousel Falls

Big Sky, Montana

A scenic switchback trail near Big Sky that climbs to a gorgeous waterfall, with a swimming hole under a bridge, horses and bikes welcome, and bathroom at the top.

Little Wapiti

Gallatin Gateway, Montana

A gorgeous high-altitude descent — partly double track, partly narrow rocky singletrack — at over 9,000 feet where wolf tracks have been spotted.

Garnett Mountain

Gallatin Gateway, Montana

A merciless but rewarding singletrack climb near Gallatin Gateway — relentlessly steep all the way to a forest service cabin, with a great downhill return and loop option via Rat Lake.

Cabin Creek

West Yellowstone, Montana

A rugged adventure mountain bike trail near West Yellowstone starting as smooth buff singletrack before crossing several tough creek crossings — conditions improve over time as blowdown is cleared.

Sheep Creek Trail

A gradual singletrack climb through brushy lower slopes opening to beautiful alpine country — a cold lake awaits at the top, and grizzly bears share the trail, so don't ride alone.

Mile Creek Trail

A 14-mile out-and-back on the Continental Divide Trail climbing to 10,000 feet through switchbacks and loose rocks, with stunning mountain scenery — carry bear spray and don't ride alone.

Abandoned Railroad Bed Bike Trail

Gardiner, Montana

An 8-mile out-and-back bike trail along the Yellowstone River on an old railroad bed near the North Entrance of Yellowstone, with mountain, plain, and river scenery — and frequent wildlife sightings.

Bunsen Peak Loop Bike Trail

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

A challenging 10-mile mountain bike loop around Bunsen Peak in Yellowstone with 1,120 feet of elevation gain, sharp switchbacks, and frequent sightings of bears, elk, and bison.

Divide Road

Island Park, Idaho

A double-track dirt road along the Continental Divide between Montana and Idaho with gorgeous views of the Centennial Mountains, Henry's Lake, and the Tetons — and plenty of deer, elk, and occasional bears.

Targhee Creek Trail

Island Park, Idaho

Five alpine lakes, wildflowers, and sweeping mountain and valley views — plus grizzly bear habitat that makes wildlife watching very real on this Island Park trail.

Rendezvous Loop

West Yellowstone, Montana

Gentle rolling hills wind through tall lodgepole pines and open meadows on this easy, fast-potential loop near West Yellowstone.

Sawtell Peak Trail

Island Park, Idaho

A trail at Island Park, Idaho offering great views of the valley floor, mountain peaks, and wildlife.

Coffee Pot Rapids Trail

Island Park, Idaho

A 2.2-mile non-motorized trail following the Henry's Fork of the Snake River, where the water shifts from placid stream to raging rapids — lined with wildflowers and diverse shrubs.

Fairy Creek Trail

Madison, Yellowstone National Park

A flat, compact gravel trail perfect for the whole family — bike to a branch trail leading to Fairy Falls (hike only, bike rack provided) in the heart of Yellowstone.

Fountain Freight Road Bike Trail

A 4-mile paved former road along Fairy Falls Trail, passing Goose Lake, crossing the Firehole River, and overlooking the stunning Grand Prismatic Spring.

Boundary Trail

Island Park, Idaho

A 37-mile loop in Idaho accessible from multiple trailheads, open to stock, mountain bikes, motorcycles, and ATVs — with steep, rocky sections not suited for beginners.

Mount Washburn Bike Trail

Devils Den, Wyoming

A steep 2.5-mile gravel service road climb to the top of Mount Washburn with 1,500 feet of elevation gain and sweeping Yellowstone views — watch for service vehicles and carry bear spray.