Day 58: Dillon, MT to Wisdom, MT (66.3 miles)
After yesterday’s late afternoon headwinds, everyone wanted to get out early. Today’s ride was excellent, with 2 climbs to Big Hole and Badger Passes. The downhills on the backside of both were sweet, with no traffic, smooth roads, and big views. The day was overcast and cool. At mile 14 the route intersected with the Great Mountain Divide Bike Trail. We ate lunch in Jackson (population 38) at the Cantina Rose. After Jackson, the ride was parallel to Big Hole River. Our destination for tonight is Wisdom, MT at the Big Hole RV Park. I pedaled to the Big Hole River, fished for a few minutes, got some hits on a small BWO, but was chased off the river by lightning and a thunderstorm.
Image above: Leaving the KOA in Dillon this morning
Barn outside Dillon
Montana landscape
Big ranch
Our second climb today
Not far from Jackson, MT
Montana barns
Eagle nest on platform
Lots of hay bales
Truck near our campsite
Dinner in the bath house during a rainstorm
Big Hole River in Wisdom
Big Hole River- Wisdom, MT
Crazy Fly sculpture in downtown Wisdom
