Fourth Annual M.A.S.S. Bike Trip on the Route of the Hiawatha

 
Get ready the  M.A.S.S. bicycle trip on the Route of the Hiawatha!

The Route of the Hiawatha was called one of the most scenic stretches of railroad in the country.  Today the railroad is gone but the scenic views have remained. We will be biking along 15 miles of the old railroad, through 8 open tunnels, and over 7 high trestles following the mountainous terrain.

It is a gentle downhill ride on an unpaved gravel road. Total riding time is about 2.5 hours, with stops along the way for lunch, snapping a few pictures, and taking in the scenery.  Be sure to pack something tasty and bring lots of water. Once we get to the bottom there will be a shuttle to take us (and our bikes) back up to the top.

We will be carpooling so meet us at 8:30 am on Saturday, June 30^th in the NW corner of the Super Walmart Parking Lot on North Reserve in Missoula.   Be on the look out for people with bikes wearing M.A.S.S. t-shirts.

We'll get our tickets for the trail ($10) and the shuttle bus ($9) at Lookout Pass, with discounts for children. Rental equipment is available if you don’t have a bike, helmet, or light (both lights and helmets are required).  The beginning of the ride starts with a long tunnel.  There are no lights so if you don't bring one you won’t be able to see.  Otherwise the tunnel is pretty easy, it's on wide flat ground and when we ride as a group we can light it pretty well.

Things to NOT forget:

• Bicycle
• Helmet
• Light
• Money for trail, shuttle pass, and gas
• Your Lunch
• Water

If your are ready to see some beautiful country with fantastic company come join us for a bike trip down the Hiawatha!