Things to Do around Helena

Helena offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features an extensive trail system with over 70 miles of trails accessible directly from the city limits. Helena is recognized as a silver-level destination by the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA).

Mount Helena City Park provides numerous trails for hiking, including a popular ascent to Mount Helena, which offers panoramic views. Other notable hiking areas include the Continental Divide Trail and the Blackfoot Meadows. Trails range from wide gravel paths to rocky, technical terrain, catering to various skill levels. For more information, consult the Hiking around Helena guide.

Helena's mountain biking scene includes routes from smooth singletrack to challenging descents. Popular options include the Mount Helena Ridge Trail, known for its views, and the South Hills Trails, which are suitable for beginners. The city provides a free shuttle bus, the Trail Rider, to transport bikers to various trailheads. More details are available in the MTB Trails around Helena guide.

Helena offers trails suitable for beginners and those seeking easier routes. Mount Helena City Park has trails ranging from wide gravel paths to more challenging terrain. The South Hills Trails are also suitable for beginners in mountain biking. For specific easy hiking options, refer to the Easy hikes around Helena guide.

Beyond mountain biking, the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest offers miles of road cycling opportunities for touring cyclists. Gravel biking is also a popular activity in the region. Information on various cycling routes can be found in the Cycling around Helena guide and the Gravel biking around Helena guide.

Helena is surrounded by timbered mountain ranges and prominent natural landmarks. Mount Helena and Mount Ascension provide a scenic backdrop and extensive trail systems. The Continental Divide runs through the surrounding features, offering expansive natural beauty. Proximity to the Missouri River, Canyon Ferry Lake, Hauser Lake, and Holter Lake provides additional recreational possibilities.

Helena features 65 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars, based on more than 500 visitor experiences. The routes cover hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking.

Yes, komoot offers several guides for Helena to assist with planning outdoor activities. These include guides for Hiking around Helena, Easy hikes around Helena, MTB Trails around Helena, Cycling around Helena, Running Trails around Helena, and Gravel biking around Helena.

Within a 30-minute drive of Helena, five lakes—Hauser, Helena, Holter, and Canyon Ferry Lakes—are popular for various water activities. These include boating, fishing, canoeing, windsurfing, and swimming. The Missouri River also flows through these lakes, providing additional recreational possibilities.

The official website for the City of Helena, Montana, is helenamt.gov. For general visitor information, the "Visit Helena, Montana" website is also a resource.

For visitor services inquiries, the Visitor Services Coordinator can be reached at (406) 449-2107. The Helena Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center can be contacted at (406) 442-4120.