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12.4 miles
Distance
3,695 ft
Climb
-3,698 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
-1 ft
Altitude change
5,091 ft
Altitude min
5,094 ft
Altitude start
5,095 ft
Altitude end
-65.1%
Grade max
50.2%
Grade min
6 miles
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
3,363 ft
Distance flat
Looking for a big day in the mountains, with primitive trails and commanding views of the Helena region? Look no farther than Casey Peak It's hard to believe a backcountry ride like this can be found only a few miles from Helena, but here it is. Expect some hike-a-bike on the spur trail leading to the Casey Peak summit. Take the McClellan Creek Road southeast from Montana City, and park near the confluence with East Fork McClellan Creek.
Detailed Description
Casey Peak is a 12 mile popular expert route located near Helena Montana. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails. This route climbs 3,695 ft with a max elevation of 8,515 ft then descends -3,698 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Oct 20, 2024)
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Stats
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Distance12 miles
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Avg time3 hr 13 min
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Altitude min5,091 ft
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Altitude start5,094 ft
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Altitude end5,095 ft
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Climb3,695 ft
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Descent-3,698 ft
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Grade max-65.1%
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Grade min50.2%
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Distance climb6 miles
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Distance down6 miles
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Distance flat3,363 ft
10 Reviews & Comments
skiology90
I rode this last week (Tues 7/12/2022) via recommended route climbing Montgomery to Casey Pk trail. The intersection to get on Montgomery from the McCellan Creek-Willard jct is a little overgrown the first 30m or so. The climb on Montgomery is, as promised, steep and punchy in a number of places but does have a few recovery spots. There was still quite a bit of water draining the wet meadows and the trail was a little obscured with grasses and wildflowers in spots but was easy to pick up on the other side. Casey Pk Tr was somewhat rideable at the bottom, but, like others, I gave up and pushed my bike for 1300 + vertical feet. Rewarded with cool geology and great 360 degree views at top and a fun steep chunky descent. Descended via Casey Meadows to car.
Other notes: I'm not a big fan of pushing my bike so I don't need to do this more than once a year but I would put it on the bucket list if you haven't done it yet. At the time I rode it, the route was completely clear of blow-down and wildflowers were going strong. It's a backcountry ride so it's worth bringing the essential spare parts (tube, pump, spare derailleur hanger, etc), bear spray. There was plenty of water if you have a way to purify. I bumped into a number of hikers and off leash dogs on the way down Casey Meadows trail so keep an eye pealed - it's a busy trail even on weekdays. Casey Meadows trailhead is on McCellan Creek and offered a nice place to cool off post-ride.
Other notes: I'm not a big fan of pushing my bike so I don't need to do this more than once a year but I would put it on the bucket list if you haven't done it yet. At the time I rode it, the route was completely clear of blow-down and wildflowers were going strong. It's a backcountry ride so it's worth bringing the essential spare parts (tube, pump, spare derailleur hanger, etc), bear spray. There was plenty of water if you have a way to purify. I bumped into a number of hikers and off leash dogs on the way down Casey Meadows trail so keep an eye pealed - it's a busy trail even on weekdays. Casey Meadows trailhead is on McCellan Creek and offered a nice place to cool off post-ride.
a406
Fun loop, we did it clockwise and would recommend going that way.
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