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 all abilities, creek access to Helena’s primary water source, and commuter routes to the V.A. Hospital and Fort Harrison.
History
In 2016, Prickly Pear Land Trust partnered with the National Guard to purchase two critical properties near Fort Harrison – Tenmile Creek and Sevenmile Creek – through the Peaks to Creeks Initiative. This project protected 558 acres for the community, expanding public access to the outdoors for veterans, reservists, and residents and creating an outdoor classroom for youth and educators. When Tenmile Creek Park opened in 2017, it expanded bike commuting options for employees at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Fort Harrison. The Peaks to Creeks Initiative was made possible by support from the Army, the Lewis & Clark County Open Space Bond, The Conservation Fund, the Recreational Trails Program, Growing Friends, the Thoresen Foundation, Spring Meadow Resources, and many anonymous donors and foundations.
Park Rules
- Hours: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Stay on trails.
- Non-motorized use only, except for motorized adaptive equipment. Class 1 E-bikes are allowed.
- Follow all posted dog regulations. Dogs are allowed off-leash on the Pvt. William Gruber Loop.
- Follow Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks fishing regulations.
- Clean up after yourself and your pets.
- Horses, hunting, firearms, camping, fires, fireworks, and alcohol are prohibited.
Do you have questions or comments? Contact Parks Coordinator Lucas Orth at [email protected] or call the PPLT office at (406) 442-0490.
