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2.2 miles
Distance
266 ft
Climb
-274 ft
Descent
00:15:19
Avg time
-8 ft
Altitude change
4,021 ft
Altitude min
4,272 ft
Altitude max
4,187 ft
Altitude start
4,180 ft
Altitude end
-0.1%
Grade
-19.8%
Grade max
26%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
4,836 ft
Distance down
1,188 ft
Distance flat
00:15:19
Avg time
South Side Loop Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Gravel Bike
- Winter Fat Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaPattee Canyon
Missoula, Montana -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity60 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 65 in Trail Running
- 75 in Hiking
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Global Ranking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeDoubletrack
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Snow GroomingClassic / Skating
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Fat, Gravel
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DirectionOne Direction[+]
- One Direction for Gravel Biking
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Family FriendlyYes
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eBike Allowed
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Land OwnerUSFS
A wide path groomed from classic and skate cross-country skiing in the winter. During the rest of the year the loop is open to hikers and bikers.
Dogs are not allowed when the trail is groomed for skiing. They are allowed the rest of the year.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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6 Months
- 5 rides
- 6 miles avg distance
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- 70 rides
- Last: Jun 15, 2026
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Directions to south-side-loop trailhead
(46.823070, -113.922980)
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Frequently Asked Questions About South Side Loop
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Where is South Side Loop located?
South Side Loop is located in Pattee Canyon, Missoula, Montana, United States. It is part of the Pattee Canyon trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.82307, -113.92298.
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How hard is South Side Loop?
South Side Loop is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for South Side Loop?
South Side Loop has 266 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 274 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,021 ft to 4,272 ft.
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Is South Side Loop a point to point trail?
Yes, South Side Loop is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is doubletrack.
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