Peters Ridge Trail #37
Kalispell, Montana
| Address: | ~NF-5388, Kalispell, MT 59901, USA |
| GPS: |
48°12'16.8"N 114°1'14.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Montana |
| Trail Length: | 3.00 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| MTB Trail Type: | 4x4 Trail |
Mountain Bike
The Peters Ridge Trail #37 follows a ridge, then crosses an avalanche path right before the junction with the Alpine Trail #7 after climbing about 1,400 feet over 2.6 miles. It provides great views of the Flathead Valley. The start of this trail is at the end of Forest Service Road 5388 which is seasonally closed from 4/1-6/30. For access during this period please use the Krause Basin OHV trail off of Road #5385, then hike part way on Road 5388 to the trailhead. The trail is open for the following uses: hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and motorcycle trail riding. source: fs.usda.gov Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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Add ResourceNever 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 Kalispell, Montana
- Head north on 4th Ave W toward 6th St W (23 ft)
- Turn right onto 6th St W (0.2 mi)
- Turn left onto S Main St/U.S. 93 SPass by Pizza Hut (on the right in 0.5 mi)(0.6 mi)
- Turn right onto US-2 E/E Idaho StContinue to follow US-2 EPass by Wendy's (on the right in 0.4 mi)(2.0 mi)
- Continue straight onto MT-35 E (5.9 mi)
- Turn left onto Lake Blaine Rd (2.7 mi)
- Continue straight onto Foothill Rd (4.3 mi)
- Continue straight onto NF-5388Destination will be on the right(5.6 mi)
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