Top of the World is a classic. From the Old Shooting Range Trailhead, climb Rodney Meadow to T.R. Trail, hop on Pinchot and wind your way along the backside of the ridge to Top of the World. From there, dive down Rent Money and Rodney Ridge back to the parking lot. History For three decades, […]
This National Trails Day, 31 volunteers gathered at Prickly Pear Park to help bring a brand-new loop trail to life.
Our upcoming trail season will be the most uncertain in our 30 years of operation. We need volunteers to swing tools for our local trails and public lands.
The Don’t Fence Me In Trail Run returns to the South Hills of Helena, marking a quarter-century of celebrating trails.
Get ready for an adventure where every twist and turn offers something new! This trail is a perfect day hike or mountain bike ride just outside of Helena. Featuring forested switchbacks, open meadows, and stunning ridgeline views, the Switchback Ridge Trail connects Tenmile Creek and Rimini to the Continental Divide Trail. This trail provides a […]
The Barking Dog Trail is a local favorite for its playful singletrack and rich history. Starting near the meadow where a barking dog once stood guard, the trail climbs through shaded ravines, Ponderosa pines, and Douglas firs. Along the way, you’ll pass remnants of old mining pits. Barking Dog meets the Wakina Sky Trail in […]
Whether you seek wide, flat trails for walking and biking or a dip in the creek, Tenmile Creek Park is your place. Comprising 180 acres of former ranchland, the property was acquired by PPLT to make nature and trails accessible to everyone in our community. Tenmile Creek Park provides three trail miles for people of […]
Our partnership with Project for Alternative Learning brings tailored, hands-on outdoor education to high school students in a unique block schedule format. Over four weeks, PAL students dive deep into stream monitoring, nature journaling, trail etiquette, and other subjects, with lessons customized to their interests and the season. PAL’s small class sizes and flexible transportation […]
Helena CORE (Community of Resource Educators) is a partnership of organizations and individuals dedicated to helping people connect with the natural, historical, and cultural resources of Helena and the surrounding region. Throughout the summer, partner organizations will lead walks exploring topics such as wildlife, wildflowers, geology, fire ecology, water resources, local history, art, and more. […]
People and Wildlife Flock to Healthy Creek Just a few miles northwest of Helena, Prickly Pear Land Trust owns and manages the 358-acre Sevenmile Creek Project Area for water quality, wildlife habitat, and education. This rare undeveloped valley property consists of grasslands, rolling hills, and water. Sevenmile Creek, a major tributary of the Lake Helena […]
