FS 478

Bozeman · Montana

1.1 mi

Distance

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Net Elevation

12 min

Est. Time

Peak Elevation

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Difficulty

Green Circle

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Conditions

Mostly Sunny
63°
40°
64°
13 mph
Gust30 mph
5:35 AM
9:13 PM
Dry

No significant precipitation expected.

Trail conditions look great for riding

0.39 in forecast rain in the next 48 hours1.0 cm forecast snowfall in the next 48 hours

This week has snow in the forecast, so expect freeze-thaw swings and check local guidance before riding.

Best Window This Week

Monday

a high near 67°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance

Forecast data via Open-Meteo.

About This Trail

FS 478 is a 1.1-mile mountain bike trail near Bozeman, Montana. RidePal marks it as a green circle trail with a dirt surface. Key stats include an estimated ride time of 12 min, which helps when comparing it with nearby Bozeman rides. Use the RidePal map to view the full trail route, compare nearby options, and plan around local riding conditions in Bozeman.

Mountain Biking in Bozeman

Bozeman gives riders quick access to Bridger and Gallatin terrain, with Leverich, Sourdough, Bangtail Divide, and rugged Montana mountain routes nearby. Use FS 478 as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.

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Trail Details

Surface

Dirt

Technical Rating

Green Circle

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FS 478 FAQ

Where is FS 478?

FS 478 is a mountain bike trail near Bozeman, Montana. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.

How difficult is FS 478?

FS 478 is 1.1 miles long, rated green circle, with a dirt surface, with an estimated ride time of 12 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.

What are the current riding conditions for FS 478?

Cold surface temperatures or snow may make this trail icy, frozen, or variable today. The current forecast suggests Monday because a high near 67°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance.

What other mountain bike trails are near FS 478?

Nearby RidePal trail pages in Bozeman include Raptor View, East Bridger North, Fairy Lakeshore Trail, BOSTWICK CANYON, SOUTH FORK BRACKETT CREEK. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.

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