Lime Kiln Ruins – Coral Gulch Road loop from SE NW Section 30 Mine

United States

Montana

Jefferson County

Lime Kiln Ruins – Coral Gulch Road loop from SE NW Section 30 Mine

Hard

3.1

(22)

riders

Lime Kiln Ruins – Coral Gulch Road loop from SE NW Section 30 Mine

07:29

77.3km

1,770m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: October 1, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

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2.41 km

Quartz Creek North Fork Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This remote road skirts between Lava Mountain and Park Lake. It can be rutted and rocky in some places, and get muddy after a storm, but that's what makes it fun.

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38.3 km

These ruins near Helena are a beautiful testament to the area's rich industrial history. Despite appearing like mining smelters, these kilns produced quicklime from the local limestone before the 20th …

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61.3 km

Coral Gulch Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Coral Gulch Road follows the valley up a gentle slope towards Park Lake. Much of the road is in good condition and is a treat to ride. The views of the surrounding mountains and meadows will stick with you.

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77.3 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

55.0 km

9.59 km

7.48 km

5.33 km

Surfaces

72.1 km

5.33 km