Events
Solo Shuttle Ticket (Advanced and Intermediate Options)
Youth Dinner-Only Tickets ($10 ages 5-11, $20 ages 12-17)
Adult Dinner-Only Ticket
Place
Lost Trail Ski Area
Sula, MT US 59871
Description
High-Alpine Trails. Dynamite Grub. Good Times.
Spend the day riding some of the best backcountry and shuttle-access trails in Montana’s Lost Trail Pass area. Choose from 6 Advanced rugged, rowdy trails with plenty of rocks, roots, and technical features to keep things interesting to a more mellow option riding Continental Divide Trails at Chief Joseph Pass - good for intermediate riders.
🎟️ Solo Shuttle Ticket
A full weekend experience:
🚐 Saturday bike shuttles (10am–4pm)
🍽️ Saturday night dinner
🏕️ Weekend camping at the base of Lost Trail Ski Area
👕 Event t-shirt
Your cost $140 (Kids 11-17 pay $75) (or less with the member discount code valid until August 20th! Check your email!)
🎟️ Kids Dinner-Only Ticket
We’re working with a caterer, so if you want us to feed your kiddos who won't be riding, then we need a headcount!
Ages 5–11: $10
Ages 12–17: $20
Let us know who's coming so we’ve got a plate (and a cookie) ready!
🎟️ Adult Dinner-Only Ticket – $30
Just here for the good times and meal—not riding? This one’s for you.
What to Bring:
-Breakfast
-Electrolytes
-Lunch and Snacks for the trail
-Hydration bladder/ or 2 large water bottles
-Riding pack
-Typical trail side repair tools such as spare tube, bike specific spare parts
-HELMETS ARE REQUIRED (also recommended: shirt, shorts, bike gloves, bike shoes, socks, sun glasses)
-Sun block
-Pads if you use them
-Layers: rain jacket, long sleeve shirt, light windbreaker
-All your camping items
Supplies we will provide:
-Dinner Saturday
-Porta Potties
-Trash and recycling cans.
LTBF is hosted by Bitterroot Backcountry Cyclists.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
FAQ
Where is Lost Trail Bike Fest held?
LTBF takes place at the Lost Trail Ski Area, located at the top of Lost Trail Pass on the Montana–Idaho border, right off Highway 93.
📍 Address: 9485 US-93, Sula, MT 59871
Look for signs and volunteers directing parking and check-in when you arrive.
Do I need a ticket?
🎟️ Yes. A ticket is required to ride, use the shuttles, and camp at Lost Trail Bike Fest.
This is a closed event, meaning:
You must have a ticket to access the mountain, ride trails, or camp
No camping without a ticket or an official volunteer sign-up
If we don’t sell out in advance, day-of tickets will be available for $20 more.
Member Discount
Bitterroot Backcountry Cyclists members get $15 off any ticket through August 20!
Not a member yet? Join or renew before grabbing your ticket to unlock the discount: https://www.imba.com/join/chapter/bbc
Just Want to hang and Eat?
We’ve got you.
If you're not riding or camping but want to join for the food and good times, grab an Adult Food-Only Ticket for $30. It covers Saturday night dinner.
Perfect for friends, family, or anyone just here for the hang.
👧 What about kids?
- Kids 4 and under camp and eat for free!
- Ages 5–10 need a Youth Dinner Ticket for $10.
- Ages 11-17 not using the shuttle need a Youth Dinner Ticket for dinner for $20.
- Youth aged 10–17 riding shuttles need a Solo Shuttle Ticket (check the Special Pricing button for reduced youth rate of $75).
- All kids must have a signed waiver and be accompanied by an adult.
🚸 Family-Friendly Option: Looking for a more mellow ride? The CDT trail across the highway offers an out-and-back route that’s scenic and less technical—perfect for families.
⚠️ Important note for parents: This is not your average bike park shuttle. Trails are steep, narrow, loose, and technical in places—backcountry-style riding, not machine-built flow. We strongly recommend riding the trails yourself before deciding if they’re right for your child. Safety and fun come from being well-matched to the terrain.
How do the Saturday shuttles work?
For the more advanced rides: from the ski base area, you'll ride up the dirt access road to the trails. Plan to spend ~2 hrs riding the trail to the bottom of the mountain. Shuttles will begin picking people up from the bottom of the pass from 10am-4pm to return you to the ski base area. Most seasoned riders fit in 2-4 laps.
🛻 Riders load bikes onto flatbed trailers with Huck Wagon-style racks
🧍♀️ You ride up in shuttle vehicles or trucks
🎯 From the ski base area, you ride up to the top and pick your trail down
For the intermediate rides: We'll shuttle you to and from the trails across the highway.
Each shuttle loop holds around 10-20 riders, and we'll keep them moving all day long.
What’s the riding like?
Riding the advanced trails from Lost Trail is raw, rowdy, and super fun. Trails are narrow, rugged, steep, and techy.
You should be comfortable:
- Standing on your bike while descending
- Managing speed and braking on natural terrain
- Navigating rocks, roots, and tight corners
Is it safe?
Mountain biking always carries risk. Here’s what you need to know:
✅ You’re responsible for your own ride choices
✅ We recommend a “Pre-Ride, Re-Ride, Free-Ride” approach
✅ Knee Pads are strongly encouraged
✅ Our team includes trained volunteers and first responders on-site to assist in case of injury
Is there cell service?
📵 Not really. Cell service at Lost Trail Ski Area is very limited to nonexistent. Make your plans with your crew before you arrive and don’t count on texting or posting from the mountain.
Can I rent a bike or gear?
No, there are no rentals available at Lost Trail during the fest. Please bring your own bike and gear.
Nearby rental shops include:
Red Barn Bicycles – Hamilton, MT
Can I ride an e-bike?
eBikes are only permitted on Warm Springs Ridge Trail.
Can I bring a fat bike?
Fat bikes (tires over 3”) typically won’t fit on the shuttle racks. If you’re planning to ride one, we recommend checking with us ahead of time.
Can I bring my dog?
🐕 Well-behaved dogs are allowed in the base area and camping zones, but not on the shuttles or trails during riding hours.
Please clean up after them, and consider their comfort in busy areas.
What’s the refund policy?
Tickets are transferable—if you can’t make it, you’re welcome to transfer your ticket along to future BBC event.
Why is our refund policy so strict?
Lost Trail Bike Fest is a grassroots event. We rely on pre-sales to pay for shuttles, food, permits, and porta-potties. Your ticket keeps us able to hold events—thank you!
