From the trailhead at the end of Sparta Street and Rodney Street, this trail links the city to the meadow by traversing woods, offering up the best of the South Hills. You will get the best view of the Helena Valley walking from the meadow towards Sparta and Rodney. You can also reach Rodney Ridge […]
Climb to the Top of the World! 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 […]
Starting at the Old Shooting Range Trailhead, T.R. Trail will take you up and over Rodney Ridge and down to Waterline Trail. Going both through meadows and woods, T.R. Trail is a great path to get the best of both worlds. To integrate it into a loop, turn right on Waterline, then right again on […]
A connection between the Waterline Trail and the Rodney Ridge Trail, this is a charming single track to rest under the sun. Find Rodney Meadow half a mile from the Waterline Trailhead, and a third of a mile from the Old Shooting Range Trailhead.
Rent Money Trail is a steep and technical section of the Rodney Ridge Trail. It was named by longtime PPLT trailbuilder Emmett Purcell for the rent money he earned while building it. To enjoy views of the South Hills for a bit longer, keep going on Rodney Ridge Trail to reach the Top of the […]
The Waterline Trail offers a mostly flat hike, run, or ride with a few rolling sections. From downtown Helena, head south on Oro Fino Gulch Road to the Waterline Trailhead. After a short climb, the trail parallels the road for two miles. It’s an enjoyable out-and-back, or you can connect to other trails to explore […]
From the Old Shooting Range Trailhead, the Upper DeFord Universal Access Trail provides an accessible walking path for all users. Bikes are prohibited on the Universal Access Trail. About one mile out-and-back, this trail is a family-friendly excursion.
The Rodney Ridge area is treasured by hikers, runners, and mountain bikers for its combination of challenging climbs, sunny meadows, shady ravines, and evergreen forests. From the top of Sparta Street and Rodney Street, take Rodney Ridge for 1.3 miles, then turn right on Rodney Meadows to reach the Don’t Fence Me In Trail, before […]
