Mount Ascension – Helena Ridge Trail loop from Helena

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United States

Montana

Lewis And Clark County

Helena

Mount Ascension – Helena Ridge Trail loop from Helena

Hard

4.9

(6208)

18,092

runners

Mount Ascension – Helena Ridge Trail loop from Helena

05:37

43.0km

1,340m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

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Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.00 km

Sugarloaf Hill

Peak

8.55 km

Mount Ascension

Highlight • Summit

Thumbs up, you made it to the top of Mount Ascension! This is the spot to take a rest and refuel for the fun part is it's (almost) all downhill from here.

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32.5 km

Helena Ridge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail is a true local's favorite for hiking and biking, but there may be safety in numbers as grizzly bear are known to be in the area.

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40.3 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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41.6 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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