Mount Helena — Attraction in Helena

If you live in or remotely near Helena, it is a must see. The hike is super easy (less than an hour up), but extremely rewarding with a practically 360⁰ view of Helena, you pass through the big "H" on the mountain, and get to see a small cave in the rocks. While you don't hike much, the highest elevation is still 5460ft!

To get the the 1906 trail, which takes you to the big "H" and small cave, follow the dirt path across the small bridge and then take the first path left with a sign that says you can have your dog off...

This one is a must-do hike to the top if you visit Helena. I highly recommend the powerline trail, the most direct route to the summit. It is less used, and has more straightforward routefinding. My coworker once hiked up here in office shoes, but I really dont think it’s a good idea. There are some sections of looser rock/gravel on powerline trail. You gotta go up first, and then you get to go down, in that order. Excellent physical conditioning very...

We've hiked Mt. Helena several times, from early spring to in the summertime. There are multiple trails. We usually prefer to take the 1906 trail up, and then we like to go down the powerline trail. There is a "cave" along the trail partway up. Nice views (of the surrounding area in the daylight and city lights below at night) along parts of the trail and at the top. It's pretty easy, but of course, bring water and wear comfortable...