more stats
2,963 ft
Distance
170 ft
Climb
00:08:38
Avg time
170 ft
Altitude change
4,991 ft
Altitude min
5,161 ft
Altitude max
4,991 ft
Altitude start
5,161 ft
Altitude end
5.7%
Grade
1.4%
Grade max
15%
Grade min
2,963 ft
Distance climb
00:08:38
Avg time

Pinchot Loop Extension Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    South Hills
    Helena, Montana
  • Ref Number
    #390
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in Trail Running
    • 55 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
    • 5 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #184433 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #139174 in Trail Running
    • #147600 in Hiking
    • #45969 in Horseback
    • #41517 in Snowshoeing
    • #49049 in Winter Fat Biking
  • State Ranking
    #1,706 in Mountain Biking · Montana [+]
    • #1,614 in Trail Running
    • #1,895 in Hiking
    • #1,904 in Horseback
    • #1,250 in Snowshoeing
    • #1,622 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Snow Grooming
    Backcountry
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Both Directions[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Both Directions for Winter Fat Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    No clear path
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Lighting
    No
  • Year Opened
    2026
  • Land Owner
    USFS

This is an extension from Pinchot Trail, creating a loop to Top of the World. It provides a loop to the top that stays on public land.

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Faint trailFamily friendly

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Oct 22, 2026
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Pinchot Loop... Trail Reports

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Jan 4, 2026 @ 4:21pm (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 @ 12:13pm
Nov 16, 2024
 reporter Snowfall on Nov 15th
May 10, 2024 @ 5:02pm
May 10, 2024
 reporter 2" slush + 70* day = hero dirt
Apr 15, 2024 @ 7:18am
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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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Pinchot Loop Extension located?
      Pinchot Loop Extension is located in South Hills, Helena, Montana, United States. It is part of the South Hills trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.56006, -112.05635.
      ▼ How hard is Pinchot Loop Extension?
      Pinchot Loop Extension is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 5.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Pinchot Loop Extension?
      Pinchot Loop Extension has 170 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 4,991 ft to 5,161 ft.
      ▼ Is Pinchot Loop Extension a point to point trail?
      Pinchot Loop Extension is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Pinchot Loop Extension?
      Pinchot Loop Extension is 2,963 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Pinchot Loop Extension?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Pinchot Loop Extension. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Pinchot Loop Extension?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Pinchot Loop Extension are:
      • July (26 activities)
      • August (26 activities)
      • September (22 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Pinchot Loop Extension? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Pinchot Loop Extension are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Pinchot Loop Extension?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 9 minutes to ride Pinchot Loop Extension. The trail is 2,963 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Pinchot Loop Extension?
      Pinchot Loop Extension is a very popular trail. There have been 243 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 250 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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