Possibly the most challenging trail on Mount Helena, Powerline is the shortest, steepest route from the Mount Helena Trailhead to the summit. Good hiking shoes and trekking poles are recommended! From the parking lot, go in the direction of 1906 and Ambrose for a short bit, and take a 90° left turn at the start […]
Starting at the end of Silverette Street, go on the other side of the fence and take Le Grande Cannon Trail for a tenth of a mile before hopping on the O.G.R. Trail. Keep following this trail down until you reach the intersection with Ambrose Trail, from which you will need to turn on Road […]
It is on Earth that the Road to Mars Trail lies, though its name may suggest otherwise. Acting as a border between northwest and north Mount Helena, the trail leads to quite a lot of different ones.
The PanHandle Trail can be found between Le Grande Cannon Boulevard, Northwest Passage, and, a little higher up, the Ambrose Trail. It hasn’t been confirmed to which pan this trail is the handle, but using this peaceful path to loop Northwest Passage with Ambrose Trail can create a nice stroll.
From the O.G.R. Trail, reach the Old Chevy Trail via this tiny tenth of a mile short path.
This connector is a quick and convenient way to shorten an outing or get back on the right trail if you accidentally got lost. About a fifth of a mile long, this trail will take you where you need to be in no time.
Northwest Passage contours along the northwest side of Mount Helena. To access the trail, park at the Tubbs Trailhead and climb the Swaney Trail for a quarter mile. Travel west through meadows and old growth Ponderosas to the Road to Mars Trail. Northwest Passage can be combined with many westside trails for varying loops.
From Mt Helena Trailhead, enjoy views of woods and meadows while gradually ascending Mt. Helena. A little over halfway to the summit, stop by the grotto for a souvenir picture. Once at the top, return on the 1906 Trail, or bravely descend the Powerline Trail. If mountain biking, please be very cautious or dismount when […]
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!
