Whitefish Trail - Mountain Bike near Whitefish, Montana
~855 Beaver Lake Rd, Whitefish, MT 59937, USA,Whitefish,Montana
48.42776867, -114.4371498
4.8 miles W of Whitefish, Montana
Address: ~855 Beaver Lake Rd, Whitefish, MT 59937, USA
GPS: 48°25'40.0"N 114°26'13.7"W
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State: Montana
Trail Length: 12.00 miles
MTB Difficulty: Intermediate
Trail Type: Lariat
MTB Trail Type: Singletrack

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The trail goes north approx 4.5 miles, connects to a loop about 3 miles diameter, and then you head back on the same 4.5 mile trail. Incredible flowing switchbacks, fast descents, and a beautiful rock cliff overlook that you ride along for about 200 yards. Don't look down! Courtesy of Singletracks.com

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Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

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From Whitefish, Montana

  1. Head west on US-93 N toward Central Ave (7.3 mi)
  2. Turn right onto Beaver Lake Rd (1.4 mi)
  3. Turn right (0.3 mi)
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