Events
Solo NO-Shuttle Ticket (for riding the CDT or hanging)
Place
Lost Trail Ski Area
Sula, MT US 59871
Description
Techy Trails. Cold Drinks. Good Company.
Spend the day riding some of the best backcountry and shuttle-access trails in Montana’s Lost Trail Pass area. Choose from 6 rugged, rowdy trails—ranging from intermediate to advanced—with plenty of rocks, roots, and technical features to keep things interesting.
🎟️ Solo Shuttle Ticket
This isn’t just a shuttle pass—it’s a full weekend experience:
🚐 Saturday bike shuttles (10am–4pm) – $70 value
🍽️ Two dinners (Friday & Saturday) – $50 each
🏕️ Two nights of camping at the base of Lost Trail Ski Area – $80 value
👕 Event t-shirt – $20 value
Total value: $270 — You pay just $140 (Kids 11-17 pay $120)
And don’t forget: live music, raffles, cold beers, and a stoked community of mountain bikers under the stars.
🎟️ Solo NO-Shuttle Ticket – $65
Just here for the good times—not the shuttle? This one’s for you.
Whether you’re tagging along with a rider, chilling with friends, or riding the mellower CDT trails across the road, the Solo NO-Shuttle Ticket includes everything except the shuttle:
🍽️ Dinner Friday & Saturday – $50 value
🏕️ Two nights of camping – $80 value
👕 Event t-shirt – $20 value
Perfect for:
Friends & family of riders
Folks who want to camp and enjoy the festivities
Riders opting for the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) across the highway—a scenic, mellow out-and-back adventure
Total value: $150 — You pay just $65
🎟️ Kids Dinner Ticket
We’re working with a caterer, so if you want us to feed your kiddos, then we need a headcount!
Ages 5–11: $10 for both dinners
Ages 12–17: $35 for both dinners
Let us know who's coming so we’ve got a plate (and a cookie) ready!
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 Friday
-Dinner Saturday
-Porta Potties
-Trash and recycling cans.
Beer is provided. Donations welcome!
We’ll have beer available at the event—please consider donating to support the event and future bike fests.
LTBF is hosted by Bitterroot Backcountry Cyclists.
Race Contact Info
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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
No walk-ups or day-of ticket sales—buy your pass ahead of time to secure your spot
👧 What about kids?
Kids 10 and under camp and eat for free!
Ages 11–17 need a Ticket (youth get a reduced rate)
All kids must have a signed waiver and be accompanied by an adult
⚠️ Important note for parents: This is not your average bike park. 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?
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
Each shuttle loop holds around 10-20 riders, and we'll keep them moving all day long.
What’s the riding like?
Lost Trail is raw, rowdy, and super fun. Trails are narrow, rugged, steep, and techy.
We recommend LTBF for intermediate to advanced riders. 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?
Yes, e-bikes are allowed on the trails. However, all riders—regardless of bike type—must purchase a pass to access shuttles or participate in the fest.
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?
Because we are a non-profit and this is a volunteer-driven, weather-dependent event, we keep a tight refund policy.
🎟️ Tickets are non-refundable.
Why is our refund policy so strict?
Lost Trail Bike Fest is a grassroots event. We rely on pre-sales to pay for shuttles, staff, food, permits, and porta-potties. Your ticket keeps the party rolling—thank you!
