Biking

Cycling is a great way to travel through the forest, see nature and get those legs and heart pumping. There are many trails that are great for mountain biking, places for road cycling and the nearby "Route of the Hiawatha" is a uniquely educational, historic and beautiful bike route that is a must for cycling enthusiasts.

The Route of the Hiawatha begins on the Superior Ranger District, then enters the dramatic 1.7 mile long Taft tunnel and emerges into Idaho. The Idaho Panhandle National Forests manages this trail.

E-Biking

Electric bikes (E-bikes) are welcome anywhere motorized traffic — such as cars, ATVs, or motorcycles — is allowed. Get a Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) at a National Forest office to find opportunities.

Where are e-bikes not allowed?

• E-bikes are prohibited on any non-motorized trails and roads that are closed to motorized use.
• E-bikes are prohibited off designated trails or roads.
• Bicycles and e-bikes are prohibited in designated Wilderness areas.

Mountain Biking

There are miles of roads and trails that are available for mountain bike use. Visitors may use any of these routes year round. There are no permits, fees, or registration required for individuals and small groups.

Most Forest hiking trails and roads are open to mountain bikes. However, many trails were not designed for biking. We suggest you contact the ranger district where you are interested in riding for specific trail information and advice.

Road Cycling

Road cycling is a great way to get around the forest and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
 

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Blue Mountain Recreation Area

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This 4,900-acre recreation area includes 41 miles of system trails and is a popular spot for locals and visitors because of its proximity to the city of Missoula and the views of the Missoula valley,…

Kreis Pond Campground

Site Open

Close to the Ninemile Ranger Station and Grand Menard Picnic Area, this campground offers mountain biking opportunities and has seven campsites and a day use area with two grills. The campsites are…

Morrell Falls National Recreation Trail #30

This National Recreation Trail leads to Morrell Lake and beautiful Morrell Falls at the base of the Swan Mountain Range. Views of the Swan Mountains are tremendous from Morrell Lake. Morrell Creek…

Murphy Creek Trail Day-Use Area

A day use area with a 3.5-mile biking and walking trail, dog walking and picnicking. There are no fire rings or picnic tables at the site. Please have pets on a leash at all times.

Pattee Canyon Recreation Area

Site Open

This 3,200-acre recreation area on the east side of Missoula is a popular getaway for locals and visitors. The extensive, 27 miles of system trails is open year-round to non-motorized use and…

Rattlesnake Main Trail #515

Close to Missoula, this trail is popular for day hiking, backpacking, and mountain biking. The trail was an old logging road so it is wide, has a relatively gentle grade for the first 9 miles, and…

Rattlesnake National Recreation Area & Wilderness

Site Open

Established by Congress in 1980, the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area and Wilderness is located on the Missoula Ranger District, northwest of Missoula and southwest of Seeley Lake, Montana. This…

Ravine Creek Trail #34

This trail is the quickest way to Stewart Peak. The trail is forested and switchbacks lead up a steep grade and then ties into the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area trail system.

Savenac Bunkhouse

Site Temporarily Closed

The Savenac Bunkhouse is one several rentals located at the Historic Savenac Tree Nursery. This historic tree nursery was founded in 1907 as a Forest Service tree nursery. Nursery operations…

Savenac Cookhouse

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The Savenac Cookhouse is one several rentals located at the Historic Savenac Tree Nursery. This historic tree nursery was founded in 1907 as a Forest Service tree nursery. Nursery operations…