Discover big sky country on this amazing two day bike tour in the great outdoor paradise of Montana. Cycle a beautiful loop around Blue Mountain and Petty Creek Valley just outside Missoula, Montana. 

Average Daily Distance: 40 miles

Average Daily Elevation Gain: 2215 feet

Terrain: 100% paved roads 

Recommended Bike Type: Gravel / Touring / Ebike / Mountain

Route Type: Loop (start and finish is the same location)

Best Months: June / July / August / September

Highlights

• Explore this beautiful valley steeped in Western lore and now preserved and protected
• Discover amazing nature with endless forest, beautiful valleys, creeks and stunning wildlife
• Enjoy staying in comfortable and cosy bed & breakfasts and... relax!

Itinerary

Day 1 Blue Mountain to Alberton

Starting just outside Missoula's city center, this ride will take you through a beautiful landscape with river views and wildlife for company and little, if any, traffic.

Day 2 Alberton to Blue Mountain

This ride takes you deep into Petty Creek Valley surrounded by stunning mountains, lush forests and lots and lots of wildlife before ending this 2 day nature break back in Missoula.

Route Map