Middle Cottonwood Trail
Bozeman · Montana
1.1 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
12 min
Est. Time
Peak Elevation
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Difficulty
Black Diamond
1.1 mi
Distance
...
Net Elevation
12 min
Est. Time
...
Peak Elevation
Black Diamond
Difficulty
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Weather outlook
ClearNo significant precipitation expected.
Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet.
The week looks mostly favorable for riding, with no major moisture signal in the forecast.
Forecast window
Friday
a high near 58°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance
Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
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About This Trail
Middle Cottonwood Trail is a 1.1-mile mountain bike trail near Bozeman, Montana. RidePal marks it as a black diamond trail. Surface: dirt. Listed stats: an estimated ride time of 12 min.
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 Middle Cottonwood Trail 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
Black Diamond
Trail Marking
Well Marked
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Middle Cottonwood Trail FAQ
Where is Middle Cottonwood Trail?
Middle Cottonwood Trail 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 Middle Cottonwood Trail?
Middle Cottonwood Trail is 1.1 miles long, rated black diamond, with a dirt surface, with an estimated ride time of 12 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.
What is the weather outlook for Middle Cottonwood Trail?
Weather forecast for 2026-11-11: No significant precipitation expected. Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet. Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
What other mountain bike trails are near Middle Cottonwood Trail?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Bozeman include Raptor View, BOSTWICK CANYON, BOSTWICK CANYON, Truman Gulch Trail, EAST BRIDGER SOUTH. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
What kind of ride is Middle Cottonwood Trail?
Trail marking is listed as well marked.
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