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1,022 ft
Distance
6 ft
Climb
-71 ft
Descent
00:00:44
Avg time
-65 ft
Altitude change
4,250 ft
Altitude min
4,315 ft
Altitude max
4,315 ft
Altitude start
4,250 ft
Altitude end
-6.373%
Grade
-19.148%
Grade max
7.763%
Grade min
84 ft
Distance climb
938 ft
Distance down
00:00:44
Avg time

Meatloaf Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    South Hills
    Helena, Montana
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
  • Global Ranking
    #94506 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #67950 in Trail Running
    • #29974 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Season
    Jan - Dec
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed

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Meatloaf Loop is a 1,022 ft popular blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Helena Montana. This multi-use trail can be used both directions with a 6 ft blue climb. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.

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Jan 4, 2026 @ 4:20pm (America/Denver)
Jan 4, 2026
reporter Alternating wet mud and hard ice. Studded fat tires recommended.
Nov 28, 2025 @ 9:25am (America/Denver)
Nov 28, 2025
reporter Snow on 11/27
Nov 16, 2024 @ 12:10pm
Nov 16, 2024
reporter Snowfall on Nov 15th
May 10, 2024 @ 5:00pm
May 10, 2024
reporter 2" slush + 70* day = hero dirt
Apr 15, 2024 @ 7:16am
Apr 15, 2024
reporter After 3 warm days, pretty much good to go. Use judgement on the highest and darkest trails, though.
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        Directions to meatloaf-loop trailhead (46.579280, -112.024440)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Meatloaf Loop

        Where is Meatloaf Loop located?
        Meatloaf Loop is located in South Hills, Helena, Montana, United States. It is part of the South Hills trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.57928, -112.02444.
        How hard is Meatloaf Loop?
        Meatloaf Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 6.373%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Meatloaf Loop?
        Meatloaf Loop has 6 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 71 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,250 ft to 4,315 ft.
        Is Meatloaf Loop a point to point trail?
        Meatloaf Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.

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