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Pintler Adventures Riding Guide
Copper Court RV Park → Storm Lake → Peterson Meadows → East Fork Reservoir → Red Lion → Philipsburg Corridor
All rides begin at Copper Court RV Park, your Anaconda hub with direct access to the Pintler Range. Routes use legal, designated motorized trails within the Beaverhead–Deerlodge National Forest and surrounding public lands.
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RIDE 1 — Storm Lake Basin Loop
2–3 Hours • Experience Level: Beginner–Intermediate
A smooth, scenic alpine ride climbing into the Storm Lake basin with big views and cool mountain air.
Route
• Copper Court → Mill Creek corridor
• Climb toward Storm Lake Road
• Loop the upper basin and shoreline access points
• Return the same way
Terrain
• Smooth forest roads
• Gentle climbs
• Lakeside corridors
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Why Guests Love It
• Cool alpine air
• Easy, confidence-building terrain
• Perfect for half-day rentals
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RIDE 2 — Peterson Meadows Scenic Ride
3–5 Hours • Experience Level: Beginner–Intermediate
A relaxed, wide-open meadow ride with wildlife visibility and rolling two-track.
Route
• Copper Court → Mill Creek corridor
• Transition into Peterson Meadows
• Explore interior meadow loops and timber edges
• Return the same way
Terrain
• Open meadows
• Creek bottoms
• Smooth rolling two-track
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Why Guests Love It
• High wildlife visibility
• Gentle, scenic riding
• Great for mixed-experience groups
RIDE 3 — East Fork Reservoir Overlook Ride
3–5 Hours • Experience Level: Intermediate
A classic Pintler ride with a rewarding climb and sweeping views over East Fork Reservoir and the Philipsburg valley.
Route
• Copper Court → Mill Creek corridor
• Climb toward the East Fork divide
• Access designated motorized routes overlooking the reservoir
• Return the same way or extend toward Red Lion
Terrain
• Forest roads
• Steeper switchbacks
• Exposed ridgeline sections
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Why Guests Love It
• Huge views of the Philipsburg corridor
• A true “destination ride”
• Great mid-day adventure
RIDE 4 — Red Lion Ridge & Timber Loop
4–6 Hours • Experience Level: Intermediate
A rugged, forested loop with ridge spurs, timbered valleys, and classic Montana backcountry.
Route
• Copper Court → Mill Creek corridor
• Transition toward Red Lion
• Loop ridge spurs and timbered drainages
• Return via the same corridor or connect toward Philipsburg
Terrain
• Mixed forest
• Rocky patches
• Ridge and valley transitions
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Why Guests Love It
• Classic Montana backcountry feel
• Cool, shaded riding
• Flexible loop options
RIDE 5 — Full Philipsburg Corridor Traverse
6–8 Hours • Experience Level: Intermediate
The signature all-day ride from Anaconda into the Philipsburg high country — lakes, ridges, meadows, and big-country views.
Route
• Copper Court → Mill Creek corridor
• Storm Lake → Peterson Meadows → East Fork divide
• Drop toward the Philipsburg corridor
• Explore lakes, timber, and open basins
• Return via Red Lion or Storm Lake
Terrain
• Mixed forest
• High ridges
• Meadows and lake basins
• Long stretches of smooth two-track
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Why Guests Love It
• The most complete Pintler corridor ride
• Huge variety of terrain
• All-day adventure with big views
Guest Tips
• Wildlife is common — give animals space
• Stay on designated motorized routes
• Weather changes fast at 6,000–8,000 ft
• Cell service is limited — GPS units available
• Respect all gates and signage
Sugar Loaf Lodge → Mt. Haggin WMA → Grassy Mountain → Seymour Lake
All rides begin at Sugar Loaf Lodge & Cabins, perched on the Continental Divide above Anaconda. Routes follow legal, designated motorized trails within the Beaverhead–Deerlodge National Forest and the Mt. Haggin Wildlife Management Area.
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RIDE 1 — Dry Creek Trailhead Loop
Duration: 2–3 Hours
Experience Level: Beginner–Intermediate
A smooth, scenic warm-up ride perfect for families, first-timers, and anyone easing into mountain terrain.
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Route
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Sugar Loaf → Dry Creek Trailhead
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Loop the Dry Creek basin on designated motorized routes
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Return the same way
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Terrain
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Smooth forest roads
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Rolling ridges
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Light rocky patches near the trailhead
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Why Guests Love It
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Easy to learn the machine
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Big views early in the ride
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Great for half-day rentals
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RIDE 2 — Grassy Mountain Lookout Ride
Duration: 3–5 Hours
Experience Level: Intermediate
A classic Montana lookout ride with a rewarding climb and panoramic 360° views.
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Route
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Sugar Loaf → Dry Creek corridor
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Climb toward Grassy Mountain Fire Lookout Tower
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Narrow but legal motorized access to the summit
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Return the same way or extend into Haggin
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Terrain
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Forest roads
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Steeper switchbacks
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Exposed ridgeline sections
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Why Guests Love It
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Historic lookout tower
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Huge views of the Pintlers, Big Hole, and Highlands
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A true “destination ride”
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RIDE 3 — Mt. Haggin Meadows & Wildlife Loop
Duration: 4–6 Hours
Experience Level: Beginner–Intermediate
Wide-open meadows, wildlife corridors, and gentle two-track make this a guest favorite.
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Route
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Sugar Loaf → Mt. Haggin WMA
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Meadows → willow bottoms → rolling hills
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Loop interior WMA routes toward the North Fork of Warm Springs Creek
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Return via the same corridor
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Terrain
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Open meadows
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Creek bottoms
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Smooth rolling two-track
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Why Guests Love It
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High wildlife visibility
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Big open country
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Relaxed, scenic riding
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RIDE 4 — Full Mt. Haggin Traverse to Seymour Lake
Duration: 6–8 Hours
Experience Level: Intermediate
The signature all-day Pintler Adventures experience — lakes, ridges, forests, and the full Haggin landscape.
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Route
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Sugar Loaf → Haggin WMA
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Meadows → Grassy Mountain → Seymour Lake corridor
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Explore lakes, timbered valleys, and ridge spurs
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Loop back through Haggin and return to Sugar Loaf
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Terrain
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Mixed forest
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High ridges
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Lakeside corridors
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Long stretches of smooth two-track
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Why Guests Love It
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The most complete Pintler ride
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Seymour Lake basin
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All-day adventure with huge variety
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Guest Tips
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Wildlife is common — give animals space
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Stay on designated motorized routes
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Weather changes fast at 7,000–8,000 ft
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Cell service is limited — GPS units available
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Respect the lookout tower
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WHAT TO BRING
Eye Protection
While riding, sunglasses or goggles are recommended. Goggles and maps are available for purchase at rental location(s) or you can pre-order when making your reservation.
Food & Water
Bring plenty of water and extra food. You should always be prepared for the worst, in case you get stranded or lost.
Extra Clothing &
Rain Gear
Dressing in layers is wise, but remember to bring extra clothing in case the weather turns cold.
First Aid Kit
A first aid kit is essential, as you may be far from any type of medical care if you were to have an accident.
Sunscreen
While it may field cool in the mountains, the UV rays are much more intense at higher elevations and you will burn more quickly.
Drivers License
We’ll need your driver’s license for our rentals.
Closed Toe Shoes
Protect your feet with closed toe shoes. Sandals are not recommended.
Helmet
Bring your helmet, if you have one. Our rental locations also have helmets available.
WINTER TRAILS
Red Lion Snowmobile Trail System
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Located at Georgetown Lake, this system offers 32 miles of groomed and marked trails.
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The trails are maintained by the Anaconda Snowmobile Club in collaboration with the Forest Service and Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
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Parking is available at the Red Bridge Fishing Access and Cable Mountain Campground.
Georgetown Lake
Three major trail systems totaling 140 miles offer opportunities for family snowmobile touring, with a snow shelter for cookouts and picnics, to more challenging riding through deep snowpack.
Virginia City
Three snowmobile trail systems in the Gravelly Range provide challenging opportunities for experienced riders, and easier rides with access to resorts. Highlights of the 130 miles of snowmobile trails include Alder Gulch, Summit City, Antelope Basin, Tobacco Root Range and high mountain lakes.
Wisdom/Jackson
150 miles of groomed trails link up with other snowmobile trail systems including the Wise river-Polaris Trail, Steel Creek trails, Wise River trails, Salmon, Idaho club trails, and over the Continental Divide into the Bitterroot Valley.
Wise River
Area highlights include Pettengill’s Falls, Long Tom Cabin, backcountry lakes, high plateaus and plenty of open meadow play areas. 150 miles of groomed trails at elevations from 5,500 feet to 8,000 feet.
Pioneer Mountains scenic byway & Wise River area
Groomed snowmobile Trails
