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Downtown Missoula – Clark Fork River loop from Bancroft St & Dearborn Ave

Downtown Missoula – Clark Fork River loop from Bancroft St & Dearborn Ave

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Downtown Missoula – Clark Fork River loop from Bancroft St & Dearborn Ave

01:48

40.8km

180m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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4.38 km

Bitterroot Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Stretching for more than 50 miles between Hamilton and Missoula, the paved Bitterroot Trail offers a flat, traffic-free corridor through the heart of the valley. Riders enjoy wide-open views of …

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20.3 km

Clark Fork River

Highlight • River

The Clark Fork River is one of the longest stretches of water in Montana. Along with its tributaries, they are some of the most popular fly fishing destinations in the United States.

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36.5 km

Downtown Missoula

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Nestled in the northern Rockies, the city is known as the "Garden City" for its lush surroundings as well as trout fishing. The city is home to the University of Montana, founded in 1893.

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37.1 km

The Beartracks Bridge is a four-lane bridge over the Clark Fork River in downtown Missoula. It was constructed in 1962 and recently renovated to improve pedestrian safety. The bridge now has dedicated bike lanes and widened sidewalks.

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37.8 km

Clark Fork River

Highlight • River

The Clark Fork is the river that runs through Missoula. The Kim Williams Trail runs parallel to its course. Many parks and walking and cycling paths border the river.

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40.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.9 km

13.0 km

3.74 km

2.33 km

854 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.5 km

13.2 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Lowest point (940 m)

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Clark Fork River

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Beartracks Bridge

Clark Fork River

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