ABOUT
the trail & foundation
Stretching almost 60 miles along both sides of the Missouri River, River’s Edge Trail provides the perfect opportunity for walking, hiking, jogging, skating, cycling, and mountain biking. The paved and singletrack trails encompass spectacular views of the mountains, prairies, river canyons, waterfalls, reservoirs, and five hydroelectric dams while also connecting to Great Falls’ historic downtown, numerous parks, dining options, and attractions.
The River’s Edge Trail Foundation’s mission is to provide trails for people to explore Great Falls’ outdoor opportunities and to improve the community’s quality of life.
FEATURED
events & happenings
YWCA Rankin Run
The race, named after the first U.S. Congresswoman and Montana native Jeannette Rankin, provides participants a great amount of fun as they run or walk the course set around Gibson Park’s walking/jogging loop and the River’s Edge Trail. The Rankin Run recognizes and celebrates strong Montana women and their impact on leadership in our state.
The 2019 Rankin Run will begin at Gibson Park near the basketball courts at the north end of the park. The 10k runners will begin at 10 a.m. and 5k runners will have a staggered start at 10:15 a.m. The 1-mile fun run time will be at 10:30. Runners and walkers are welcome. Please no dogs, bicycles, skates, or skateboards.
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FEATURED
trail projects
The River’s Edge Trail Foundation is constantly working to repair, maintain, and construct new sections of the trail.
Check out past and current projects.
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New Bike Repair Station
Trail users now have a place to make bike repairs right on the trail! The River's Edge Trail Foundation is [...]
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3 days ago Sunrises on the #riversedgetrail are the best. Incredible capture from @hikinghippiewoman !
2 days ago That is the Missouri River behind me which flows through the heart of Great Falls. At Great Falls the Missouri showcases its power (or used to) with 5 waterfalls. One is now submerged and today another was dry, all due to the addition, since the early 1900's, of 5 hydroelectric dams. Picture 2 is Black Eagle Falls and dam, Pic 3 is Rainbow Falls and dam, Pic 4 is The Great Falls and Ryan Dam and Pic 5 is Giant Spring. This spring releases 156 million gallons daily into the Missouri. Incredible! All these sites and more are connected by
4 days ago Sun Chaser Mondays don’t have to start bad. #montanasunrise #montanaoutdoors #sunrise #sunrisecycle #riversedgetrail #mondaysdontsuck
3 days ago Perfect evening for an after-work bike ride. #riversedgetrail
4 days ago Who enjoyed some time on the #riversedgetrail this weekend? It sure was beautiful out! Great shot from @amellifluouslife !
