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        Freeride oriented trail system outside of Whitefish, Montana with everything from flow trails to technical trails with Expert only features.
        Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
        Land Status: Regional Recreation Area
        Limited Parking google parking directions
        Access Info:
        Head West of Whitefish on Highway 93, Spencer Lake will be on the left, take the next left on Twin Bridges Road. The trailhead is on your left.
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        Region Details
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        • 11
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        Region Status
        Caution as of Jun 16, 2026
        Local Trail Association

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        20
        Trails Mountain Bike
        21
        Trails Horse
        2
        Trails Hike
        18
        Trails Trail Running
        18
        Total Distance
        20 miles
        Total Descent
        5,554 ft
        Total Vertical
        804 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        3,898 ft
        Reports
        353
        Photos
        132
        Ridden Counter
        9,035

        Popular Spencer Mountain Mountain Biking Trails

        33
        Otter Pop Warning!
        • 100 ★ 4.6 • 1 mile • 52 ft • 1,360 •
        A fast and flowy trail with recently rebuilt large berms and optional features and gaps. This is the best place to start at Spencer, nothing is too technical or mandatory, just fun and fast.
        1
        Lookout Trail
        • 100 ★ 4.0 • 3,255 ft • 176 ft • 1,218 •
        Quick Climb that takes you from the Spencer Access Road to a multiple downhill trails. Follow the trail to the top of the ridge where you'll have a great view of the valley to the west. From there you can access, , , , , and .
        14
        Maple Syrup Warning!
        • 95 ★ 4.3 • 1 mile • 15 ft • 876 •
        Great trail with more rooty and rocky steep sections than but mostly natural; not as many built features as some other trails in this area. It has some optional smaller airs as well as some more technical downhill sections. A great next...
        1
        Cliff Notes
        • 85 ★ 3.0 • 3,684 ft • 26 ft • 549 •
        Opened in July 2020, this is an intermediate option down from the summit. This is a great setup trail to lead into to make a full lap.
        12
        Flow Factory
        • 95 ★ 4.4 • 2,900 ft • 13 ft • 492 •
        Berms, jumps and drops to start. Natural, steep finish.
        Big Gulps, Eh?
        • 90 ★ 3.5 • 4,226 ft • 23 ft • 484 •
        One of 2 two-way trails at North Spencer, going from the parking lot up to the / junction. Rides good in both directions. A great downhill option if is a little more than you bargained for. Please be aware, this trail is popular for...
        6
        Malice in Plunderland
        • 90 ★ 4.9 • 2,470 ft • 12 ft • 398 •
        Very large jumps and drops, this is the place to go if you like to leave the ground.
        11
        Recess
        • 65 ★ 4.0 • 2,779 ft • 45 ft • 213 •
        Rolly and rocky to start. Once it starts going downhill, there are some drops and jumps along with rocks and roots. A steep finish puts you out back on the fireroad climb.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

        Today
        • 0 rides
        Yesterday
        • 4 rides
        Past Week
        • 38 rides

        Spencer Mountain Mountain Bike Routes

        8
        Reid Divide to Boney Gulch Short loop
        ★ 4.0 • 16 miles • 2,802 ft • 1 •
        If your not shuttling this is the recommended pedal unless your up for a suffer fest.
        Route #75710945
        • 18 miles • 3,750 ft • 17 •
        Route #88608427
        • 15 miles • 3,216 ft • 10 •
        Route #72755585
        • 13 miles • 2,727 ft • 9 •
        Route #92310613
        • 6 miles • 1,352 ft • 6 •
        Route #96452393
        • 6 miles • 1,187 ft • 2 •

        Photos of Spencer Mountain Mountain Bike

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        Sep 23, 2023 @ 7:00pm
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        367 |
        Jun 25, 2023 @ 10:52am
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        121 |
        Sep 5, 2022 @ 12:51pm
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        115 |
        Sep 5, 2022 @ 12:50pm
        Sep 5, 2022
        251 |
        Dec 13, 2019 @ 6:24pm
        Dec 13, 2019
        2,781 |
        Nov 26, 2012 @ 3:38pm
        Nov 26, 2012
        | 7 comments

        Videos of Spencer Mountain Mountain Bike

        Zigged when I should have zagged
        0:11 | 41 | Sep 3, 2025
        trail: Otter Pop
        0:12 | 149 | Feb 21, 2021
        RIP Jeffrey
        0:27 | 1164 | Apr 20, 2020
        Otter Pop in :60
        trail: Otter Pop
        0:00 | 280 | Apr 8, 2020
        Otter pop drop
        trail: Otter Pop
        0:07 | 237 | May 13, 2019
        Spooky Pete's | Damon x Kent
        2:23 | 1436 | May 10, 2016
        Fall at Spencer Mountain
        trail: Otter Pop
        0:57 | 824 | Oct 10, 2015
        Spencer Mountain - Whitefish Montana
        2:50 | 1319 | Aug 14, 2015

        Current Trail Warnings

        statustraildateconditionuserinfo
        The Whitefish Trail - East Spencer Loop
        Jun 5, 2026 @ 1:47pm (America/Denver)
        Jun 5, 2026
        		 Prevalent Mudtoast2266north end of singletrack is completely...

        Recent Trail Reports

        statustraildateconditioninfouser
        South Ridge Trail
        May 9, 2026 @ 4:20pm (America/Denver)
        May 9, 2026
        		 Ideal4 or so downed trees blocking the trail...easmith
        Maple Syrup
        Feb 11, 2026 @ 4:21pm (America/Denver)
        Feb 11, 2026
        		 VariableMiddle maple (heli pad to road crossing)...toast2266
        Otter Pop
        Feb 11, 2026 @ 4:18pm (America/Denver)
        Feb 11, 2026
        		 Variable Mostly clear of snow. All logs are cut...toast2266
        Flow Factory
        Aug 30, 2025 @ 4:31pm
        Aug 30, 2025
        		 DryLove this trail. Think it’s my favorite...Fanderson
        Big Gulps, Eh?
        Aug 30, 2025 @ 4:31pm
        Aug 30, 2025
        		 IdealRiding great even when dry.Fanderson
        Malice in Plunderland
        Aug 30, 2025 @ 4:31pm
        Aug 30, 2025
        		 DrySuch a badass trail. I have a lot of work...Fanderson
        Spooky Pete's
        Aug 30, 2025 @ 4:31pm
        Aug 30, 2025
        		 IdealTrail is riding great. Bit dry and dusty...Fanderson
        Lookout Trail
        Aug 30, 2025 @ 4:31pm
        Aug 30, 2025
        		 DryFanderson
        The Goods
        Jun 29, 2025 @ 9:34am
        Jun 29, 2025
        		 Ideal FAMB Trail Crew partnered with Whitefish...FAMB FAMB
        The Whitefish Trail / Lookout Trail - Spencer Mountain
        May 9, 2025 @ 1:12pm
        May 9, 2025
        		 Ideal FAMB FAMB

        Activity Feed

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        2998BqZ9wishlistrouteactivity #97198680
        Jun 17, 2026 @ 11:29am
        Jun 17, 2026
        aamcgeewishlistregionactivity #96780573
        Jun 11, 2026 @ 7:58pm
        Jun 11, 2026
        oiSJQC2qcommenttrailactivity #96421477
        Jun 6, 2026 @ 6:21pm
        Jun 6, 2026
        toast2266addreportactivity #96315677
        Jun 5, 2026 @ 12:47pm
        Jun 5, 2026
        BrookePiperydUwishlisttrailactivity #96276926
        Jun 4, 2026 @ 10:11pm
        Jun 4, 2026

        Recent Comments

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        oiSJQC2qtrailOtter Popyup! a good progress trail---:)
        Jun 6, 2026 @ 6:24pm
        Jun 6, 2026
        oiSJQC2qtrailOtter Popfor sure---i need a clinic for those...
        Jun 6, 2026 @ 6:23pm
        Jun 6, 2026
        oiSJQC2qtrailOtter PopOh Otter Pop---your bank turns get me EVERY...
        Jun 6, 2026 @ 6:21pm
        Jun 6, 2026
        bradybradyatrailOtter PopAwesome trail, in great shape, fast. flowy,...
        May 29, 2026 @ 7:17pm
        May 29, 2026
        kenzieanntrailCliff NotesNot my favourite trail. Can’t tell if it...
        Sep 14, 2025 @ 2:06pm
        Sep 14, 2025

        Nearby Areas

        namedistance
        Lion Mountain 11.7 km
        Whitefish Legacy Center 3 32.9 km
        Beaver Lakes Trails 21 84.1 km
        Pig Farms 29 524.8 km
        Haskill Basin 2 15.9 km

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        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike2020 miles5,554 ft9 miles804 ft
        		#3,490#1,21913236816,949
        Horse21 mile597 ft1 mile650 ft
        		851
        Hike1818 miles4,144 ft7 miles804 ft
        		#1,449#6691337140
        Trail Running1818 miles4,144 ft7 miles804 ft
        		#8,153#2,82633875

        Frequently Asked Questions About Spencer Mountain

        ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Spencer Mountain?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Spencer Mountain are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Spencer Mountain?
        Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Spencer Mountain are:
        • July (125 activities)
        • September (109 activities)
        • May (105 activities)
        Check the Spencer Mountain reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        ▼ Where can I park to ride in Spencer Mountain?
        There are 8 parking locations listed in Spencer Mountain. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
        ▼ What is the longest trail in Spencer Mountain?
        The longest trail in Spencer Mountain is The Whitefish Trail - East Spencer Loop at 3.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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