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Clark Fork River – McCormick Park loop from Hellgate High School

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Missoula County

Clark Fork River – McCormick Park loop from Hellgate High School

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Clark Fork River – McCormick Park loop from Hellgate High School

03:21

42.6km

670m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very 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: August 3, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Rattlesnake National Recreation Area

Lolo National Forest

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

3.11 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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2

3.64 km

Beartracks Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

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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3

4.40 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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4

4.96 km

McCormick Park

Highlight • Rest Area

A park with sports fields, trails, a fishing pond & pool. Lots of water fountains, benches and grassy areas.

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5

39.3 km

Jacob's Island

Highlight • Natural

Jacob's Island is a dog park on the banks of Clark Fork River. The park is 6 acres and the river works as a beautiful natural barrier for the dogs. …

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B

42.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.2 km

13.1 km

6.80 km

2.66 km

1.49 km

1.02 km

240 m

Surfaces

21.2 km

14.3 km

6.87 km

287 m

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Highest point (1,600 m)

Lowest point (970 m)

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