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View of Skyles Lake – Great Northern Railway Depot loop from Whitefish Bike Retreat (closed)

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Flathead County

View of Skyles Lake – Great Northern Railway Depot loop from Whitefish Bike Retreat (closed)

Hard

3.4

(8)

40

riders

View of Skyles Lake – Great Northern Railway Depot loop from Whitefish Bike Retreat (closed)

02:48

30.6km

480m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Stillwater State Forest

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

8.64 km

View of Skyles Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

This area has a rewarding view over Skyles Lake. From this angle, the lake looks like the shape of a heart. The lake has lots of types of fish, like largemouth bass, northern pike, and yellow perch.

Tip by

2

14.9 km

Historic Whitefish

Highlight • Settlement

Downtown Whitefish, offers a charming and historic western town experience. You'll find a variety of local shops, restaurants, and cozy bars to enjoy.

Tip by

3

15.5 km

Great Northern Railway Depot

Highlight • Historical Site

Step back in time at the Whitefish Montana Depot, a historic train station and home to the Whitefish Museum. It's a significant stop on the Amtrak route between Seattle and Minneapolis, and its Tudor revival architecture adds to uniqueness.

Tip by

B

30.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.9 km

4.99 km

4.53 km

3.13 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.3 km

4.60 km

4.19 km

548 m

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Highest point (1,120 m)

Lowest point (920 m)

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