Come experience the Great Falls area!
We have over 200 miles of groomed trails! Most trails are freshly groomed weekly, the average snowfall on the summit is over 200 inches annually. We have a colder snow which results in an exceptional fine powder experience. See you on the hill.
Great Falls Trail System
Below is a link to the map of the trail system the GFSC maintains and map to our trail-head.
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We have partnered with Trail Treker to provide our maps electronically on your Smartphone. The GPS-enabled map is loaded into the Trail Treker app (one-time $2 purchase) and you will get your map free of charge with your paid membership to the GFSC. Normally each map is $2. By using Trail Treker, you can always see exactly where you are on the map (without cell phone coverage); the entire map is cached on your phone and there is no need for phone or data service while on the trail. You can also record your ride paths, distances, speeds, and points of interest while on the trail. Trail Treker and the electronic maps are available now on the Google App store and also for Apple I Phone
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Links to other Related Information
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www.showdownmontana.com/mountain-cams
Groomer In Reach Click here Montana Snowmobile Association Click here American Council of Snowmobiles Click here Porphyry Peak Weather Click here Showdown web cam Click here Road report Click here Spur Park snotel site Click here Onion Park snotel site Click here Deadmans snotel site Click here Montana State Parks Click here Mt State Parks snowmobile calendar Click here Trans Montana information Click here Gallatin Avalanche Center Click here Flathead Avalanche Center Click here Missoula Avalanche Center Click here Cooke City web cam Click here State of Montana recreation Click Here Cooke City web cam NEW Click Here |
Additional Links: FWP Volunteer forms If you volunteer for groomer operations or If you are working on the warming hut use these forms click here MT snowmobile handbook click here |
The Great Falls Snowmobile Club is taking a more active interest in the American Council of Snowmobile Associations. We invite everyone to check out their site and stay abreast of all the latest issues regarding snowmobiling and access to our beautiful country.
GFSC in the News! In 2015 the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks purchased a new groomer for our club! FWP has been incredible in their support of snowmobiling in our state and we wish to say a special thank you to FWP.
Our groomer carries a Garman inreach transponder so that you can check to see where and when the trails have been groomed. Click the link above for the tracking page.
Montana Snowmobile Handbook provides great information on all the rules and tips for safe snowmobiling.
GFSC in the News! In 2015 the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks purchased a new groomer for our club! FWP has been incredible in their support of snowmobiling in our state and we wish to say a special thank you to FWP.
Our groomer carries a Garman inreach transponder so that you can check to see where and when the trails have been groomed. Click the link above for the tracking page.
Montana Snowmobile Handbook provides great information on all the rules and tips for safe snowmobiling.
Trail Pass Info
REMEMBER! You need a Trail Pass to ride Montana Trails. Every dollar collected for trail passes goes into trail maintenance. Every penny the state collects for these passes is returned to the clubs for trails, maintenance and equipment!
Snowmobiles operating on public land must be registered and display decals placed in a conspicuous space on the left side of the cowling. Registration is different for Montana residents and nonresidents. Montana FWP maintains a complete site with all the rules and regulations (click here).
Residents Registration
Montana residents must register their snowmobiles at the County Treasurer's office in the county where the owner resides. This is a one-time registration and valid until the current owner sells the snowmobile.
Resident Trail Pass
Residents must purchase a Resident Trail Pass to legally ride on any of the 4,000 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in Montana. Trail Passes are valid for two seasons and are $20. Trail Passes apply to all “mechanized equipment” including snowmobiles, motorized snow bikes, and fat tire pedal bikes. Anyone using groomed snowmobile trails for recreation is asked to please contribute and purchase the Trail Pass. The revenues go directly to grooming the trails, purchasing groomers, etc.
Exceptions
Nonresidents
Nonresidents must purchase a Nonresident Winter Trail Pass to legally ride on any of the 4,000 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in Montana. Trail passes are valid for one season and are $35 per machine. Trail Passes apply to all dog sleds and “mechanized equipment” including snowmobiles, motorized snow bikes, and fat tire pedal bikes.
Where to Purchase a Permit or Trail PassTrail Passes are available seasonally from October to April.
Note: A separate company administrates this system for the state and collects a convenience fee. We recommend you simply visit a local vendor and purchase your pass(es) from them.
Snowmobiles operating on public land must be registered and display decals placed in a conspicuous space on the left side of the cowling. Registration is different for Montana residents and nonresidents. Montana FWP maintains a complete site with all the rules and regulations (click here).
Residents Registration
Montana residents must register their snowmobiles at the County Treasurer's office in the county where the owner resides. This is a one-time registration and valid until the current owner sells the snowmobile.
Resident Trail Pass
Residents must purchase a Resident Trail Pass to legally ride on any of the 4,000 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in Montana. Trail Passes are valid for two seasons and are $20. Trail Passes apply to all “mechanized equipment” including snowmobiles, motorized snow bikes, and fat tire pedal bikes. Anyone using groomed snowmobile trails for recreation is asked to please contribute and purchase the Trail Pass. The revenues go directly to grooming the trails, purchasing groomers, etc.
Exceptions
- a person renting a snowmobile registered pursuant to 61-3-321(11)(c), but the person shall carry proof of rental if operating the snowmobile in a snowmobile area that otherwise requires a trail pass pursuant to subsection (1)
- a person participating in a sanctioned dog sled race
- motorized equipment exempt from registration in Montana pursuant to 61-3-321(14)
Nonresidents
Nonresidents must purchase a Nonresident Winter Trail Pass to legally ride on any of the 4,000 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in Montana. Trail passes are valid for one season and are $35 per machine. Trail Passes apply to all dog sleds and “mechanized equipment” including snowmobiles, motorized snow bikes, and fat tire pedal bikes.
Where to Purchase a Permit or Trail PassTrail Passes are available seasonally from October to April.
- Apply Online - You may purchase your Resident Trail Pass or Nonresident Snowmobile Permit through the Online Licensing System.
- Vendor List - You can also purchase a Nonresident Temporary Use Permit or a Resident Trail Pass at any of the vendors in Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Wyoming.
Note: A separate company administrates this system for the state and collects a convenience fee. We recommend you simply visit a local vendor and purchase your pass(es) from them.