| Alt Names |
Scratchgravel Loop, Birdseye Road, Echo Drive |
| DESCRIPTION |
Located just a few minutes from Helena, this area is small but offers scenic views and numerous trails through vegetation such as prickly pear cactus, pine trees and scrub brush.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Helena, MT |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 46º 39.365' W 112º 07.572' |
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From: Helena, MT
1) Take Hwy 12 west about 5 miles
2) Turn right (north) onto Williams St., continue 4.5 miles (Williams St. will turn into Birdseye Rd.)
3) Turn right (north) onto Echo Dr., continue 1.6 miles
4) Staging area will be on the left (east). |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| QUALITY |
| Rating |
Good
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| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
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| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
No |
| Dates Open |
Year-Round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
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| Night Riding |
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| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
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| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| UTVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
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| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
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| Bicycles |
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| Hiking |
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| Horseback |
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| Camping |
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| Campfires |
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| Law Enforcement |
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| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
BLM - Butte Field Office 106 North Parkmont St. Butte, MT 59702 (406) 533-7600 MT_Butte_FO@blm.gov www.blm.gov
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| TERRAIN |
| Elevation |
4000 to 4500 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Unknown |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
Helena, MT |
| Gasoline |
Helena, MT |
| Diesel |
Helena, MT |
| Water |
Helena, MT |
| RV Hookup |
Helena, MT |
| RV Disposal |
Helena, MT |
| Campground |
Helena, MT |
| Conv Store |
Helena, MT |
| Swim Area |
Helena, MT |
| Water Body |
Helena, MT |
| Boat Ramp |
Helena, MT |
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