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Rattlesnake Trail – Clark Fork River loop from Hellgate High School

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Rattlesnake Trail – Clark Fork River loop from Hellgate High School

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Rattlesnake Trail – Clark Fork River loop from Hellgate High School

02:13

31.2km

220m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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: July 1, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Rattlesnake National Recreation Area

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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15.0 km

Rattlesnake Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This reserve was established in 1980 and is located in the Missoula Ranger District. It is rich in mountain peaks and picturesque alpine lakes.

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27.4 km

Downtown Missoula

Highlight • Settlement

Nestled in the northern Rockies, the city is known as the "Garden City" for its lush surroundings as well as trout fishing. The city is home to the University of Montana, founded in 1893.

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27.9 km

The Beartracks Bridge is a four-lane bridge over the Clark Fork River in downtown Missoula. It was constructed in 1962 and recently renovated to improve pedestrian safety. The bridge now has dedicated bike lanes and widened sidewalks.

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28.7 km

Clark Fork River

Highlight • River

The Clark Fork is the river that runs through Missoula. The Kim Williams Trail runs parallel to its course. Many parks and walking and cycling paths border the river.

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31.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.76 km

6.79 km

6.57 km

1.71 km

523 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.2 km

9.89 km

9.55 km

501 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,150 m)

Lowest point (970 m)

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Today

Friday 3 July

27°C

9°C

11 %

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Rattlesnake Trail – Clark Fork River loop from Hellgate High School

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