Eagle Scout Trail
From DeFord Trailhead, Eagle Scout is a pleasant hike on the west side of Mt Ascension. This trail is a little over a half mile,
23 April 2026
From DeFord Trailhead, Eagle Scout is a pleasant hike on the west side of Mt Ascension. This trail is a little over a half mile,
The Rocky Road Trail is located on Bompart Hill, and accessible via Lime Kiln Trailhead. A fair amount of social trails are adjacent to Rocky
The Prickly Pear Trail connects the Beattie Street Trailhead and the Lime Kiln Road Trailhead. Take in views of Mount Ascension, Rodney Ridge, and the
Meatloaf Hill is the perfect short hike to catch stunning views of the city and mountains, especially during sunrise and sunset. It’s also a very
This notoriously steep and rocky trailhead offers neighborhood access to Mt. Ascension Natural Park. From S. Davis Street, just south of Pine St., head east
The Easy Rider Loop starts at the Beattie St. Trailhead. To access the loop, ascend the Prickly Pear Trail to Easy Rider. From there, travel
The 2.4-mile Entertainment Trail offers a challenging and rewarding climb from the Old Shooting Range Trailhead to the summit of Mount Ascension. The climb features
Explore the west flank of Mt. Ascension on this intermediate adventure. From the DeFord Trailhead, head south along Davis Gulch on the DeFord Trail. Just
From Lime Kiln Road, the Bompart Hill Loop will take you on a round-the-hill journey amongst wildflowers, pine trees, and views of Helena. This is
The Elk Ridge easement safeguards elk habitat, wildlife, and scenic views on Mount Ascension, keeping Helena’s South Hills wild.