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Hike-a-bike up for great views and a fun and challenging descent.


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1.5

Miles

2.4

KM

Singletrack

8,500' 2,591 m

High

7,048' 2,148 m

Low

4' 1 m

Up

1,457' 444 m

Down

18%

Avg Grade (10°)

32%

Max Grade (18°)

Dogs Unknown

E-Bikes Not Allowed

Features Downhill · Hike-a-bike · Technical

Need to Know

The easiest access to the summit trail starts from McClellan Creek Road via McClellan Creek and Montgomery Park Trails. It is an elevation gain of about 3,500ft from the trailhead to the summit, so be prepared for a big day.

Description

As the name implies, Casey Peak trail leads to the summit of Casey Peak, where you'll find an old stone shelter, and great views in all directions. The trail is steep and rocky and only the bottom third is rideable going uphill if you are a strong climber. The rest of the trail is hike-a-bike going up, but assuming the descent is within your capabilities it is definitely worth it. The trail is burly with a lot of loose rock, some of it big and chunky. There are also some interesting corners with tricky rock features.

The top part of the trail has been subjected to a couple of fires over the years and therefore all of the large trees are dead. The upside of this means that you get great views from lower down than you otherwise would.

The stone shelter at the top of the trail is very basic, but is great for getting out of the wind if it is a cold day. There is a summit log book, some basic benches to sit on, and a very small wood burning stove.

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Photos

The view from the top of Casey Peak looking towards Canyon Ferry Lake.
Oct 28, 2024 near Clancy, MT
The shelter at the top of Casey Peak looking towards the east.
Oct 28, 2024 near Clancy, MT
Looking up along the Casey Peak Trail towards the summit of Casey Peak.
Oct 28, 2024 near Clancy, MT
One of the chunkier sections of the Casey Peak Trail, covered in a little slow for some extra spice!
Oct 20, 2024 near Clancy, MT
Dead trees from past fires on the shoulder of Casey Peak mean better views on your hike-a-bike to the summit.
Oct 20, 2024 near Clancy, MT
Inside the shelter at the top of Casey Peak.
Oct 28, 2024 near Clancy, MT

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