Instead of going on a very busy Route 2 to West Glacier, I found a cycling route on Google Maps that is slightly shorter and with less climbing.
At about the eight mile mark I saw that there was no signal, meaning no map! A local stopped while I was trying to figure things out, and after a long chat about the area, bicycles, etc he gave me directions.
It is a peaceful, quiet road with about 18mi being dirt road. I had not been on a dirt road like this for an awful long time, so I really enjoyed it.
You would think the dust would be a bother, but not so as it is a very quiet road, mainly used by farmers. The only time I wished I had a suspension system was when I got to the washboard areas. Certainly gives you a good shake.
BTW have I mentioned that I love the downhills? 😁
Columbia Falls area - Clever idea from whomever did this. Reminds me of Franschhoek Pass where I collected water during the drought when we were there.
Colorful stones just above the water barrel
The mountains surrounding Flathead National Forest at Columbia Falls
Entering the park
Double rainbow at West Glacier Village after a downpour that lasted for a few minutes
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