Wash Out

Dogs Leashed

E-Bikes Allowed

The Pipestone region east of Butte and west of Whitehall is primarily a motorized recreation area managed by both BLM and the USFS. While officially there is non-motorized singletrack, the reality is that dirt bikes will ride every trail here, including making their own. Mountain Biking can still be a rewarding activity here, especially in the early spring and late fall when other areas have snow cover. The network and variety of trails is vast, so it is best to bring GPS, a riding plan, and plenty of gear for mechanicals and body refueling. There are many trails that are sandy, rocky and steep, so riding times may be longer than you expect, and the trails at lower elevations generally have few trees so expect to have little shade.

There are many official trailheads in the area, many along the main Lake Delmoe Rd, and most of these trailheads have a bathroom. You can also park just off the side of the road or trail, and this is possible in many locations.

Most of this trail is smooth, sandy and mildly flowy, as it travels down what feels like an old dry creek bed. On the western side there is a short but very steep and loose section that is challenging to bike up and depending on your skill level may be tricky to come down. This trail could be a nice continuation if you're heading east from BLM #14, or it can be combined into a short fun singletrack loop with the Easter Lily Trail.

Accessed from the Ringing Rocks Access Rd (BLM #2) on the west side and BLM #3 on the east side.