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Helena

Lime Kiln Ruins – Park Lake and Campground loop from Helena

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United States

Montana

Lewis And Clark County

Helena

Lime Kiln Ruins – Park Lake and Campground loop from Helena

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(9552)

19,061

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Lime Kiln Ruins – Park Lake and Campground loop from Helena

06:24

71.6km

1,540m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 29, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 4.10 km for 197 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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974 m

Helena

Highlight • Settlement

As the state capitol and county seat there is a lot going on in Helena. When you add in the historic buildings, dating back to the gold rush days, and …

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1.67 km

Mansion District

Highlight • Historical Site

The Mansion District's West Residential section, nestled on the lower slopes of Mount Helena just west of downtown, is a charming area. Its tree-lined streets and stone walls evoke the …

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2.95 km

Downtown Helena and Last Chance Gulch

Highlight • Settlement

Downtown Helena, famously known as the most historic mile in Montana, is nestled along Last Chance Gulch, right at the foot of the stunning Mt. Helena. Here, you'll find a …

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4.43 km

Mount Helena Trail Junction

Highlight • Trail

Lots of choices from here. Prospect Shafts, 1906 (uphill only), & Prairie trails are just a few of the options.

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6.45 km

These ruins near Helena are a beautiful testament to the area's rich industrial history. Despite appearing like mining smelters, these kilns produced quicklime from the local limestone before the 20th …

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29.5 km

Coral Gulch Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Coral Gulch Road follows the valley up a gentle slope towards Park Lake. Much of the road is in good condition and is a treat to ride. The views of the surrounding mountains and meadows will stick with you.

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37.8 km

Park Lake and Campground

Highlight • Lake

Park Lake is most easily accessible from Clancy via Lump Gulch Road. Once you get here it worth staying at the campground in order to explore more of the are …

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71.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

55.0 km

10.7 km

5.31 km

526 m

166 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

52.6 km

14.3 km

3.90 km

853 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,970 m)

Lowest point (1,220 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

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