5.2 miles
Distance
1,030 ft
Climb
-1,136 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point

This is a classic Mount Ascension ride that incorporates two locals' favorite descents: Entertainment Trail and Little Moab Trail. This route does most of its climbing on a north-facing wooded slope, so it's a good choice for a hot summer afternoon.

Detailed Description
Mount Ascension: Entertainment / Little Moab is a 5 mile popular intermediate route located near Helena Montana. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 12 trails. This route climbs 1,030 ft with a max elevation of 5,356 ft then descends -1,136 ft.
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  • Riding area
    South Hills
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    AM
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Ridelogs
    21
More Stats for Mount Ascension: Entertainment / Little Moab mountain bike route
  • Avg time
    58 min 17 sec
  • Altitude min
    4,262 ft
  • Altitude start
    4,368 ft
  • Altitude end
    4,262 ft
  • Grade
    -0.4%
  • Grade max
    -53.9%
  • Grade min
    47.9%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    3 miles
  • Distance flat
    1,119 ft
Avg: 4 (1 votes)
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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Archery Range Trail
Apr 8, 2025 @ 8:07pm
Apr 8, 2025
Entertainment Trail
Apr 8, 2025 @ 8:05pm
Apr 8, 2025
2006 Trail (north side)
Apr 7, 2025 @ 4:48pm
Apr 7, 2025
Mostly good, one or two greasy spots
Little Moab Trail
Apr 5, 2025 @ 4:34pm
Apr 5, 2025
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Easy Rider Trail
Nov 22, 2024 @ 12:46pm
Nov 22, 2024
Trails are getting pretty icy with the variable precipitation today, I would strongly recommend studs. reporter
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