Trail Descriptions

1) Blacktail - Rating (2-5)
This is the North East leg of the Blacktail/WildBill National OHV Trail. Trails can be rated a 2 if one uses the go-arounds. Challenge features are available along the trail that can be rated 3 to 5. This trail offers a 4+ loose rock climb that will challenge anyone. The trail ends on top of the World with never ending views in all directions. This is a good day's ride and adventure.

2) WildBill - Rating (2-5)
This is the North WEst leg of the Blacktail/WildBill National OHV Trail. Challenge features are available along the trail that can be rated 3 to 5. The Big Sky club put fi rst challenge features on this end of the trail system. Those who want to watch can use the goarounds. This trail is full of rocks and logs and perhaps water. These obstacles are known for breaking even the best of rigs.

3) Upper Dayton - Rating (2-5)
This is the South leg of the Blacktail/WildBill National OHV Trail. This leg was the fi rst to get challenge features added by the local clubs. This is the most popular trail by the Skyliners. There are bypasses on this trail in case you lose your nerve. This trail is full of rocky obstacles. Watch out for busted axle Ridge and Snyder Bridge. Be prepared to Rock and Roll all day long. You will sleep good after this trail ride.

4) Starvation Meadow - Rating (1.5-2)
This trail is in the Mission Mountains along the East Shore of Flathead Lake. It is a fairly easy trail, but scenic. There is a short hill climb in the route. But, most if not all of it can be done in 2WD. It is rated up to 2 primarily due to a portion being narrow enough that your rig will be brushed with vegetation. lake views are breathtaking from start to fi nish. The meadow offers views into the Swan Valley. The end of the trail looks out over Yellow Bay, but keep your eyes open on the road.

5) Lower Swayback Trail - Rating (1.5-2)
This trail is in the Mission Mountains just south of the lake. It is a fairly easy trail, but scenic. It is rated up to 2. The trail climbs up to about 5,000 ft elevation for a great view of the Mission Valley below. This will be a short trip and offer the possibility of being back to camp for lunch, thereby giving you the opportunity to enjoy other lake activities in the afternoon.

6) Angus Trail - Rating (2-3)
This trail is along the River. It can be an easy trail, with hills and one section with an optional challenge. It is scenic and there will be stops to enjoy the river. This trail runs along the Flathead River and looks out over rapids and the winding river below. The winding trail takes you to an old homestead and ends with a long hill climb, ending in panoramic views.

7) Rattlesnake Draw - Rating (1.5-2)
This trail is along in the mountains West of the River. It is an easy trail. This trail also will brush your rig with stiff vegetation. It is a scenic ride and a short hike to the Fire Lookout. Dropping down from the lookout tower is a thrill hugging the steep slopes to an abandoned ranch.

8) High Voltage - Rating (1.5-2)
This is another easy, scenic trail onthe Reservation. It is close in our own back yard, which the local clubs always enjoys. This trail looks across the lake and over to the Mission Range, Swan Range, Glacier, and Whitefish range. Hope for a clear, sunny day.

9) Bison Range - Rating (1.0)
This is a ride to the National Bison Range. There is an entrance fee unless you have a National Parks pass. This is an easy ride that can be done by any car. You will enjoy watching the Bison, Deer, Antelope, and countless wildlife. Bring your camera for this one.

10) Glacier Park - Going to the Sun - Rating (1.0)
This is a popular tourist attraction. An National Park entrance fee applies. It is a paved road for any car access. There are length limits however. It is a great ride in an open top vehicle (no dusty roads). You will enjoy a short stroll through the Trail of the Cedars and visit Apgar Village where you can get your Glacier souvenirs.

11) WhiteWater Rafting - Not a trail,
but you can choose to take a day and go on a White Water Raft trip with some friends. Tickets are available from the Flathead Raft Company in Polson (406) 883-5838

12) Lake Cruise - Another non trail,
but you can choose to take a day for a Lake Cruise. Tickets are available fromKwaTaqNuk in Polson. (406) 883-3636

Trail Level Rating

Difficulty 1: Passable by stock and 2WD vehicles, improved dirt, gravel etc.

Difficulty 2: Scenic, touring trail ride; four wheel drive required occasionally, some mud holes or rocks that would stop most other vehicles are traveled easily in 4WD.

Difficulty 3: For novice and experienced drivers alike; the most fun four wheeling you can expect to have in a stock four wheeler; low range may be required often; vehicle damage is a possibility.

Difficulty 4: Not advisable for novice drivers; potentially dangerous situations; maximum ground clearance, low- est gears, and minimum tire size of 33 inches required; lockers, limited slips, winches, and jacks advised due to moderate to large rocks and obstacles, vehicle damage is likely. Full size vehicles limited to specific trails at this rating.

Difficulty 4+: Not advisable for novice drivers; potentially dangerous situations; maximum ground clearance, lowest gears, and minimum tire size of 33 inches and one locker or two limited slips required; jacks and winches indispensable due to large boulders, steep inclines; vehicle damage is very likely. Full size vehicles limited to specific trails at this rating.

Difficulty 5: No novice drivers; dangerous situations; maximum ground clearance, lowest gears, minimum tire size of 35 inches and two lockers or limited slips required; jacks and winches indispensable due to large boulders, steep inclines; vehicle damage assured. Full size vehicles limited to specific trails at this rating.

Difficulty 5+: For the hard core experienced driver; extremely dangerous situations; maximum ground clearance, lowest gears, minimum tire size of 35 inches, two lockers, and winch are required. Full size vehicles limited to specific trails at this rating.