The Lolo Pass

3 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

I have traveled many of the best motorcycle roads in the country. Highway 12 is my favorite as a rider. Others are more spectacular with long range views, or tighter, more challenging curves. But this one is just...pleasant. 100 miles of nice, fairly fast sweeping turns, one after the other. Minimal traffic and following the Clearwater River most of the way. There are a lot of places to stop and soak in the serenity and relax (including a couple of hot springs). And no huge cliffs/pucker factor places along the route. Just a great ride.

I recommend a stop at Lochsa Lodge for a meal (or better yet, get a room and spend the night). Great old log-cabin construction, with good food at a reasonable price (though rooms are a bit pricey).

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

Took this ride from Missoula to Boise almost 30 years ago. At that time, the sign at the Idaho border only said curves for next 76 miles. The best ride I have ever taken. The curves are sweeping, the river is beautiful. Just a fantastic ride. I am going to do it one more time this coming May from Salem OR to Missoula and back. It's a different ride going both ways from what they tell me. It's on my bucket list.

517 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

Reviewed this in the Montana section but bears repeating in the Idaho section.......one of my all-time favorite roads to ride. I've done it twice west to east and once east to west. Very limited access to this road makes it a true gem.