From the Dump Gulch Trailhead, climb the McKelvey Trail to the spectacular Helena Ridge. After soaking in the well-deserved views, loop back to the trailhead along West End, Backside Trail, Prospect Shafts, Hanging Draw, and McKelvey. In mid-May, the Backside Loop features an impressive Arrowleaf Balsamroot bloom. Note: at the intersection between Hanging Draw and […]
From the Mt. Helena Trailhead, explore the northern flank of Helena’s namesake peak by heading west on Prairie Trail and returning on Ambrose Trail. This mostly flat loop features beautiful views of the Helena Valley and the South Hills.
From West Le Grande Cannon Blvd and Silverette St., explore the enchanting and quiet nature of the west side of Mt. Helena. There are many trail options here. For a quick introduction to the area, try hiking Charlies, Andys, O.G.R., and La Petit Pass, before ultimately meeting Le Grande Cannon to return to the trailhead. […]
This rewarding adventure combines the Mt. Helena Ridge and Wakina Sky areas. From Dump Gulch Trailhead, climb McKelvey Trail and South Dump Gulch Trail to the Helena Ridge Trail. Take the ridge south to Emmett’s Trail. Descend to Grizzly Gulch Drive and turn right on the road and then left on Wakina Sky – Goat […]
This loop is a classic climb to the summit of Mt. Helena. From the trailhead, 1906 Trail is the least strenuous ascent to the peak. Powerline Trail offers a direct but grueling descent, or descend more gradually along Hogback Trail and Prospect Shafts.
The Helena Ridge features a National Recreation Trail on wild public lands with expansive views. From the trailhead, climb steeply to the ridge and then head north towards Mount Helena. The intersection with Emmett’s Trail at 2.8 miles is the perfect turnaround for a 6-mile out-and-back. To hike the whole ridge, continue to the junction […]
Le Grande Cannon is a flat, road-grade trail with views of the Helena Valley and Mount Helena’s rocky summit. It’s a great walk with a stroller and the only South Hills trail that’s plowed in the winter. Begin your Mount Helena adventure on this easy .75-mile trail. Parking is available at Charlie’s Trailhead or at […]
