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7.5 miles
Distance
1,246 ft
Climb
-1,244 ft
Descent
5,240 ft
High Point
3 ft
Altitude change
4,605 ft
Altitude min
4,615 ft
Altitude start
4,619 ft
Altitude end
-34%
Grade max
27.3%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
2,293 ft
Distance flat
This loop is the best way to ride Eddye McClure Trail and explore the eastern end of the South Hills. It puts the switchbacks on the climbing leg and the more open straightaways on the descending leg.
To make it a loop, park at the pullout near the junction of South Hills Road and Lime Kiln Road. There is a small trailhead here which leads up to the junction of Eddye McClure West with Eddye McClure East. To ride the route shown here, don't take this trailhead, but ride Lime Kiln Road to nearly the top of Martinez Gulch Road. Take a right in the open meadow near the top, and ride west towards Mount Ascension and the start of the singletrack. Ride the 2006 Trail north towards Eddye McClure West. When you meet the Martinez Gulch Road again, there is a short climb to Eddye McClure East.
Eddye McClure East ends in a parking lot on the far eastern end of Martinez Gulch Road. Take a left turn on South Hills Drive to return to your vehicle.
Detailed Description
Eddye McClure Loop is a 7 mile popular intermediate route located near Helena Montana. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails. This route climbs 1,246 ft with a max elevation of 5,240 ft then descends -1,244 ft.
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Stats
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Distance7 miles
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Avg time34 min 24 sec
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Altitude min4,605 ft
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Altitude start4,615 ft
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Altitude end4,619 ft
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Climb1,246 ft
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Descent-1,244 ft
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Grade max-34%
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Grade min27.3%
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Distance climb4 miles
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Distance down3 miles
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Distance flat2,293 ft
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