From Clarke Street or Mount Helena Trailhead, the Daisy Hill Trail traverses the Bitterroot Way up until the Prairie Trail. Taking Daisy Hill in its entirety will have you go from a hillside meadow to a charming trail in the woods, but one of the more popular options is to take a turn on the […]
A hidden gem named in honor of late labor leader and commissioner Eric Feaver, the trail is a very peaceful route to many of the Mount Helena trails, starting from the east end of Le Grande Cannon Boulevard. Take in the views of the city as you make your way up!
Quarry Trail is a rocky road that offers spectacular views without having to climb all the way to the top of Mount Helena. The easiest way to find this trail is to take it going down from the Prairie Trail. From the highest hill the trail will take you on, take a seat on the […]
Popular from Charlie’s or Andy’s trails, the Old Chevy Trail is a doubletrack and former road. Though you will meet a mythic Chevrolet at the end of the hike, you actually really shouldn’t park there. To incorporate this trail into a loop, climb up Charlie’s from La Grande Cannon Boulevard, go on the Old Chevy […]
West End Trail journeys between thick pine trees and may inspire kids to dream of being lost in fairy tale woods. Usually, this rather short trail is used while attempting the Backside Loop, or as a connector between Mount Helena Ridge Trail and the summit of Mount Helena.
From Charlie’s Trailhead, this trail climbs for a quarter of a mile to the junction of Seven Sisters Trail and Old Chevy Trail. From there, you can explore myriad trails on the west side of Mount Helena, including O.G.R. Trail, Road to Mars Trail, and the Northwest Passage.
O.G.R. connects Le Grande Cannon Trail to Old Chevy on the northwest side of Mount Helena. The trail is a steep climb through pine trees, but can be a really fun descent on a mountain bike.
Starting in the middle of the woods, on the east side of Mount Ascension, the Eddye McClure West Trail is a lovely hike up to the summit of the mountain. Offering both shaded and sunny areas, this trail allies whimsicality and stunning views with a rewarding climb.
Unprepared for the summer heat and without a hat, this trail might indeed have you dazed and confused. The path does not offer much shade, but does display gorgeous views of the Wakina Sky area and distant mountains. This trail is quite popular for downhill biking.
Leading to the top of Wakina Sky, the Stairway to Heaven Upper Trail features rewarding vistas. Surrounded by green peaks and songbirds, the path links both the Barking Dog and Goat trails on its west end, and the Dazed and Confused Trail on its east end. Many parts of this trail aren’t shaded, so stay […]
