Summer Activities

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Continental Divide Natl. Scenic Trail #87

Homestake Pass – The trail begins at Homestake Pass and continues toward Pipestone Pass for five miles (one way) along the continental divide. The trail will take you to the highest point along this segment, at 7,400 feet. Along the trail and at the highest point vistas of the Highland Mountains, Fleecer Mountain, East Ridge, and other mountain ranges make this trail a delight to hike or ride mountain bikes. From the resort, take I-90 east through Butte and up the Homestake Pass. Take the Homestake exit. Turn right at the ramp and a parking area is located adjacent to the ramp. This segment is open to nonmotorized traffic only.

Pipestone Pass -  The trail begins at Pipestone Pass and winds south along the continental divide for four miles (one way) to the head of Limekiln Road (FS Road #8492). Vistas of the Fleecer Mountain Range, Pioneers, and Mt. Haggin can be seen along the trail. This is a great trail to hike or ride mountain bikes. Bicyclists looking for a challenging loop opportunity can ride the trail to connect with Limekiln FS road #8492 turning north (right) to Roosevelt Drive, then right to MT Highway 2; then right (heading east) to the top of Pipestone Pass. This loop is approximately 16 miles long. From the resort, take I-90 east into Butte. Take the first Harrison Avenue exit. Follow Harrison avenue south to the junction of Mt Highway 2 to Whitehall. Pipestone Pass is located approximately eight miles from Harrison Avenue. This segment is open to nonmotorized traffic only.

For more information and other available summer activities, festivals, museums, shopping and more please download a copy of our Activities Guide.

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