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932 ft
Distance
-61 ft
Descent
00:00:41
Avg time
-63 ft
Altitude change
3,949 ft
Altitude min
4,012 ft
Altitude max
4,012 ft
Altitude start
3,950 ft
Altitude end
-6.7%
Grade
-24.2%
Grade max
-4.9%
Grade min
932 ft
Distance down
00:00:41
Avg time
Crazy Connection Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Winter Fat Bike
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- Hike
- Trail Running
- Snowshoe
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Riding AreaPattee Canyon
Missoula, Montana -
Ref Number#9.7
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity80 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 75 in Trail Running
- 80 in Hiking
- 5 in Horseback
- 5 in Snowshoeing
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Global Ranking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Snow GroomingBackcountry
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Fat, CX
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyGreen
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Physical RatingEasy
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Family FriendlyYes
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Land OwnerUSFS
A short mellow trail connecting the Sam Braxton Loop to Crazy Canyon.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 2 rides
- 21.9 km average
6 Months
- 17 rides
- 17.2 km avg distance
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- 332 rides
- Last: Jun 25, 2026
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Directions to crazy-connection trailhead
(46.823990, -113.934990)
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Sep 27, 2010 , Missoula
Routes with this trail
15 miles • 2,724 ft • 7 • Loop •
A loop from the that climbs a combination of pavement, singletrack, and gravel roads up to the , and...
★ 1.0 • 4 miles • 602 ft • 5 •
A sampler of the fun, easy trail in Pattee Canyon. A great option for those looking for something mellower.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crazy Connection
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Where is Crazy Connection located?
Crazy Connection is located in Pattee Canyon, Missoula, Montana, United States. It is part of the Pattee Canyon trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.82399, -113.93499.
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How hard is Crazy Connection?
Crazy Connection is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 6.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
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What is the elevation gain for Crazy Connection?
The trail has 61 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,949 ft to 4,012 ft.
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Is Crazy Connection a point to point trail?
Crazy Connection is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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