Columbia Mtn. Loop Trail #51
Columbia Falls, Montana
| Address: | ~1654 Berne Rd, Columbia Falls, MT 59912, USA |
| GPS: |
48°22'52.2"N 114°6'57.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Montana |
| Trail Length: | 13.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| MTB Trail Type: | 4x4 Trail |
Mountain Bike
The Columbia Mtn. Loop Trail is 12.5 miles long. It begins at Berne Road and ends at Columbia Mtn. Camp Road #1155. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, mountain biking, motorcycle riding, carts/wagons, pack and saddle animals and snowshoeing. source: fs.usda.gov Courtesy of Singletracks.com
More Information
Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Columbia Falls, Montana
- Head southwest on Railroad St E toward N Nucleus Ave (161 ft)
- Turn left onto N Nucleus Ave (0.6 mi)
- Turn left onto US-2 E (3.8 mi)
- Turn right onto Berne RdDestination will be on the right(0.2 mi)
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