Plan your Adventure
We work with some of the premiere lodging providers in Southwest Montana to help you plan a fully inclusive and memorable private experience. If you have questions about creating your complete adventure experience, then give us a call, we will be happy to book your entire trip for you.
STAY & EXPLORE
READY TO RIDE?
Your rental gives you access to four of the most scenic and historic riding zones in Southwest Montana. Each region offers a different style of terrain, difficulty, and scenery — from alpine lakes to ghost towns and wide open sage hills.
Birch Creek and Dinner Station
East Pioneers — Forested, Scenic, Quiet
Best for:
✔ Families
✔ Scenic cruising
✔ Shaded Forest riding
✔ Wildlife viewing
Highlights:
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Birch Creek Road (FS 7401)
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Dinner Station Campground
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East Fork Mining Roads
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Alpine views
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Nonmotorized trails to Deerhead Lake and Cottonwood
Terrain:
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Creek bottoms
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Timbered benches
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Rocky upper roads
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No private land crossings
Notes:
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Great half day or full day ride
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No cell service in upper drainage
Argenta → Kelly Reservoir → Black/Baldy
Mountain → Taylor Creek
Pioneer Front — Lakes, Mining Roads, Big Views
Best for:
✔ Riders wanting variety
✔ Lake destinations
✔ Old mining roads
✔ Ridgetop views
Highlights:
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Argenta mining town
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Kelly Reservoir
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4x4 connector toward Estler Lake
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Black and Baldy Mountain road network
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Taylor Creek exit options to Bannack Historic Ghost Town
Terrain:
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Sage foothills
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Timbered slopes
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Rocky 4x4 connectors
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Highridge viewpoints
Notes:
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Must be advanced rider to access Estler Lake areas
Sweetwater Road → Red Canyon →
Blacktail Mountains → Ledford Wildlife
Management Area → Fries Place
Blacktail Mountains — Open Country, Wildlife, Ridges
Best for:
✔ Easy access from Dillon
✔ Rolling sage hills
✔ Wildlife viewing
✔ Flexible loop options
Highlights:
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Sweetwater Road
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Red Canyon climb
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Blacktail ridge roads
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Antone Peak viewpoints
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Rob Ledford Wildlife Area
Terrain:
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Sage hills
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Timbered canyons
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High ridges
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Creek bottoms
Notes:
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WMA has seasonal closures – opens 05.15
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Antone Peak is hike only at the top
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Great early season riding
Pioneer Mountains — Polaris, MT
Grasshopper Valley, Elkhorn Hot Springs,
Scenic Byway
High Alpine, Historic, Family Friendly — Stay & camp; Play at The Grasshopper Inn
Best for:
✔ Scenic Mountain riding
✔ Hot springs stops
✔ Ghost towns
✔ Family groups
✔ Overnight “stay and ride” trips
The Grasshopper Inn — Your Stay and Play Basecamp
Located 3.3 miles past Polaris, MT, on the scenic by way. The Grasshopper Inn is the ideal hub
for exploring the Pioneer Mountains.
Guests can:
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Stay overnight in a historic, beautifully restored lodge
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Walk to food, drinks, and live in hospitality
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Ride machines directly from the property from our check in hub.
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Ride straight into Grasshopper Valley, Elkhorn Hot Springs, Crystal Park, and the Scenic Byway
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Enjoy a warm, comfortable landing spot after a full day on the trails
The Grasshopper Inn sits at the gateway to:
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Maverick Mountain
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Polaris Basin
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Pioneer Scenic Byway snowmobile routes
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High elevation bowls and meadows
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Groomed and ungroomed winter terrain
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This is the premier winter base camp for the region.
Highlights
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Pioneer Scenic Byway
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Elkhorn Hot Springs
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Crystal Park
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Coolidge Ghost Town
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Old mining spurs
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Maverick Mountain area
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High alpine lakes (hike in)
Terrain
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Alpine benches
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Meadows and creeks
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Historic mining corridors
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Paved/gravel scenic highway
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Timbered slopes and ridge spurs
Notes
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Coolidge is walk in only
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Alpine lakes are nonmotorized
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Great full day adventure
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Perfect for multiday stays at The Grasshopper Inn
WHAT TO BRING
Eye Protection
While riding, sunglasses or goggles are recommended. Goggles and maps are available for purchase at rental location(s) or you can pre-order when making your reservation.
Food & Water
Bring plenty of water and extra food. You should always be prepared for the worst, in case you get stranded or lost.
Extra Clothing &
Rain Gear
Dressing in layers is wise, but remember to bring extra clothing in case the weather turns cold.
First Aid Kit
A first aid kit is essential, as you may be far from any type of medical care if you were to have an accident.
Sunscreen
While it may field cool in the mountains, the UV rays are much more intense at higher elevations and you will burn more quickly.
Drivers License
We’ll need your driver’s license for our rentals.
Closed Toe Shoes
Protect your feet with closed toe shoes. Sandals are not recommended.
Helmet
Bring your helmet, if you have one. Our rental locations also have helmets available.
WINTER TRAILS
Dillon
200 miles of groomed trails, highlights include Coolidge and Elkhorn mines and Reservoir Lake. Major groomed trails heading west and north interconnect with Wisdom/Jackson and Wise River trail systems. Southerly trail links up with Salmon, Idaho snowmobile club trails.
Georgetown Lake
Three major trail systems totaling 140 miles offer opportunities for family snowmobile touring, with a snow shelter for cookouts and picnics, to more challenging riding through deep snowpack.
Virginia City
Three snowmobile trail systems in the Gravelly Range provide challenging opportunities for experienced riders, and easier rides with access to resorts. Highlights of the 130 miles of snowmobile trails include Alder Gulch, Summit City, Antelope Basin, Tobacco Root Range and high mountain lakes.
Wisdom/Jackson
150 miles of groomed trails link up with other snowmobile trail systems including the Wise river-Polaris Trail, Steel Creek trails, Wise River trails, Salmon, Idaho club trails, and over the Continental Divide into the Bitterroot Valley.
Wise River
Area highlights include Pettengill’s Falls, Long Tom Cabin, backcountry lakes, high plateaus and plenty of open meadow play areas. 150 miles of groomed trails at elevations from 5,500 feet to 8,000 feet.
Pioneer Mountains scenic byway & Wise River area
Groomed snowmobile Trails
