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SavePlains trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking and Trail Running. Scenery includes views.
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- Mountain Bike
9 trails
- Hike
9 trails
- Trail Running
9 trails
Region Details
- 2
- 6
- 1
Region Status
Open as of May 4, 2023Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 9
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 9
- Trails E-Bike
- 1
- Trails Horse
- 2
- Trails Hike
- 9
- Trails Trail Running
- 9
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 1
- Trails Snowshoe
- 1
- Total Distance
- 33 miles
- Total Descent
- 5,680 ft
- Total Vertical
- 4,328 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 6,880 ft
- Reports
- 39
- Photos
- 2
- Completed Counter
- 47
Popular Plains Mountain Biking Trails
• 5 ★ 4.0 • 3,299 ft • 201 ft • 6 •
Links Hosss and the Clark Fork Adventure Challenge Route.
• 5 ★ 4.0 • 3,270 ft • 43 ft • 6 •
From the top of Backside Climb this cuts across to Tighty Whitey
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 40 ft • 6 •
Winding descent (downhill) overlooking Pat's Knob. Grass, gravel, ponderosa forest, fun both ways.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 273 ft • 2 •
Nelson Flats is a cruizer through Weyerhauser property that borders private property on both sides. Really grassy, lots of twists and turns. Soon to be connected to other segments via old road beds.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 3 miles • 1,379 ft • 1 •
This short trail provides big rewards at the top Visit the newly restored lookout, and take in the views! The last section of trail is too steep to ride a bike up, but it wouldn’t be a long push. Other than that there are a few loose...
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 24 miles • 4,121 ft • 1 •
The CC Divide runs along the ridge between St. Regis and Thompson Falls. This is flowing, forested, singletrack. Mountain bikers share use of this trail with moto dirtbike users. This trail continually see's deadfall so it's best to...
Plains Mountain Bike Routes
33 miles • 1,047 ft • 0 • Point to Point •
Bike route for the 2024 Clark Fork Pedal & Farm Tour event in Plains, MT. Checkpoints are numbered and...
33 miles • 675 ft • 0 • Point to Point • Race •
Bike route for the 2024 Clark Fork Pedal & Farm Tour event in Plains, MT. Checkpoints are numbered and...
26 miles • 668 ft • 0 • Point to Point • Race •
Our inaugural Clark Fork Pedal & Farm Tour route for 2024. Join us visiting farms, in the forest, and...
Photos of Plains Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tighty Whitey | May 4, 2023 @ 9:36am May 4, 2023 | Dry | AmandaAube | ||
| Big Hole Lookout | Jul 1, 2021 @ 7:51am Jul 1, 2021 | Dry | aaronrbaldwin TRAILFORKS | ||
| Race You To Dale's | Feb 9, 2021 @ 2:32pm Feb 9, 2021 | Snow Covered | gallahis | ||
| Side Saddle | Feb 9, 2021 @ 2:28pm Feb 9, 2021 | Snow Covered | gallahis | ||
| Backside Connector! | Feb 9, 2021 @ 2:25pm Feb 9, 2021 | Snow Covered | gallahis | ||
| The Drop | Jul 29, 2020 @ 9:44am Jul 29, 2020 | Dry | thebrowze | ||
| Nelson Flats | Dec 2, 2018 @ 1:34pm Dec 2, 2018 | Variable | aordelheide |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZackfAFEj4 | wishlist | trail | activity #103946595 | Sep 16, 2026 @ 3:56pm Sep 16, 2026 |
| dV0wFYQl | wishlist | trail | activity #73795291 | Jun 14, 2025 @ 4:37pm Jun 14, 2025 |
| kdmosh | add | poi | activity #55787721 | Jul 17, 2024 @ 12:16pm Jul 17, 2024 |
| kdmosh | add | route | activity #55094875 | Jul 3, 2024 @ 5:40pm Jul 3, 2024 |
| kdmosh | add | route | activity #53930278 and 1 more | Jun 10, 2024 @ 5:06pm Jun 10, 2024 |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 9 | 33 miles | 5,679 ft | 15 miles | 4,327 ft | #8,073 | #58 | 2 | 37 | 3 | 456 | |
| E-Bike | 1 | 24 miles | 3,707 ft | 11 miles | 1,604 ft | 25 | 3 | 2 | ||||
| Horse | 2 | 3 miles | 620 ft | 3,009 ft | 1,375 ft | 16 | ||||||
| Hike | 9 | 33 miles | 5,679 ft | 15 miles | 4,327 ft | #6,962 | #63 | 36 | 67 | |||
| Trail Running | 9 | 33 miles | 5,679 ft | 15 miles | 4,327 ft | #6,415 | #62 | 36 | 1 | 5 | ||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 1 | 24 miles | 3,707 ft | 11 miles | 1,604 ft | 16 | 1 | |||||
| Snowshoe | 1 | 3 miles | 7 ft | 177 ft | 1,375 ft |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Plains?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Plains are:
- Tighty Whitey (4/5)
- Backside Connector! (4/5)
- Side Saddle (4/5)
- Big Hole Lookout (0/5)
- CC Divide (0/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Plains?
Check the Plains trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Plains?
The longest trail in Plains is CC Divide at 24.0 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Plains?
The best hiking trails in Plains are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Plains?
The best trail running trails in Plains are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Plains?
Plains has a total of 9 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Plains to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Plains?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Plains is CC Divide with 4,121 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Plains?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Plains is CC Divide with 3,708 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Plains?
Plains supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Plains?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Plains is Big Hole Lookout with an average grade of 9.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Plains?
The overall region status for Plains is Clear / Green. Out of 7 trails:
- Clear / Green: 6
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Plains?
There are 1 trails in Plains that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Plains?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Plains are: View all mountain biking routes in Plains.
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What is the highest summit in Plains?
The highest summit in Plains is Baldy Mountain at 7,461 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Plains?
The most popular Strava segments in Plains are:
- tighty whitie (11 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Plains?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Plains are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Plains?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Plains are:
- Big Hole Lookout (0/5)
- Nelson Flats (0/5)
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