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

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Conditions

Clear
63°
41°
63°
13 mph
Gust20 mph
5:33 AM
9:13 PM
Dry

No significant precipitation expected.

Trail conditions look great for riding

20% top-layer soil moisture43°F surface soil temperature

The week looks mostly rideable, but windier periods could make exposed sections feel less comfortable.

Best Window This Week

Monday

a high near 71°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance

Forecast data via Open-Meteo.

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 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 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 are the current riding conditions for Middle Cottonwood Trail?

Forecast signals point toward generally dry trail surfaces, though shaded sections can still vary. The current forecast suggests Monday because a high near 71°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance.

What other mountain bike trails are near Middle Cottonwood Trail?

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.

What kind of ride is Middle Cottonwood Trail?

Trail marking is listed as well marked.

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