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2.9 miles
Distance
473 ft
Climb
-469 ft
Descent
00:36:30
Avg time
3 ft
Altitude change
5,407 ft
Altitude min
5,706 ft
Altitude max
5,642 ft
Altitude start
5,646 ft
Altitude end
-32.3%
Grade max
36%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
2,139 ft
Distance flat
00:36:30
Avg time
Ecliptic Loop Details
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Riding AreaTippet Rise Art Center
Fishtail, Montana -
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Local Popularity60 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in E-Biking
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT2 Mountain Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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SeasonJun-Sept
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Family FriendlyYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Land OwnerTippet Rise Art Center
Beginning at the Domo, this 4.5-mile loop brings guests to three sculptures by Mark di Suvero: Beethoven’s Quartet, Whale’s Cry, and Proverb as well as Archway II by Alexander Liberman. While this loop can be taken in either direction, we suggest doing it counterclockwise. Without taking the optional 1.4 mile out and back to Archway II, the trail is 3.1 miles Eventually returning to the Domo, the Ecliptic loop is a great option for guests wanting to see a variety of sculptures and landscapes.
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Reservations are required for entry at Tippet Rise, and are free of charge upon registering at www.tippetrise.org. Tippet Rise will be open for hiking and biking summer 2026 from June 19- October 4, Friday-Sunday 8:30AM-5:00PM MT. Dogs are not allowed
Disclaimer
Reservations are required for entry at Tippet Rise, and are free of charge upon registering at www.tippetrise.org. Tippet Rise will be open for hiking and biking summer 2026 from June 19- October 4, Friday-Sunday 8:30AM-5:00PM MT.
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(45.450980, -109.637230)
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- Lower Arney Road 3,189 ft
- Ecliptic Loop 3,661 ft
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ecliptic Loop
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Where is Ecliptic Loop located?
Ecliptic Loop is located in Tippet Rise Art Center, Fishtail, Montana, United States. It is part of the Tippet Rise Art Center trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.45098, -109.63723.
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How hard is Ecliptic Loop?
Ecliptic Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Ecliptic Loop?
Ecliptic Loop has 473 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 469 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,407 ft to 5,706 ft.
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Is Ecliptic Loop a point to point trail?
Ecliptic Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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