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Cambridge, ID to Missoula, MT

  • Writer: Kevin Ansel
    Kevin Ansel
  • Jul 8, 2016
  • 1 min read

Updated: May 6, 2020


  • Kevin wasn't the Grouch - it was a lawyer!
  • Riding from Cambridge through miles of cattle country
  • Historical hydraulic gold mining site along the Salmon River
  • If you see anything you want, let us know!
  • Taking a break in Pineridge - photo taken by _Bear_ the owner
  • Early morning fog from New Meadows, Idaho
  • A hidden treasure off the side of the road - cars miss it but we heard it and investigated
  • 10 miles, 17 switchbacks from White Bird, ID
  • 4th of July parade in Grangeville, ID
  • Kevin makes 100,000 lifetime cycling miles on July 4th
  • This is Hwy 12 heading up to Lolo Pass - a 100 mile gradual climb
  • Another fantastic view of the Clearwater River
  • Clearwater River, Idaho
  • Riding along the Clearwater River for 99 miles
  • Crossing the Clearwater River to our campsite
  • Moved camp under shelter so we could pack up and ride out
  • Riding to Powell, ID on a cold wet day
  • Entering Montana at the Lolo Pass Summit
  • Kevin and Ximena get posted on Adventure Cyclings Hall of Fame
  • Adventure Cycling Office in Missoula, Montana

The weather cooled down once we left Cambridge, Idaho, which was a huge relief. Idaho had more hills and passes than we expected. It was challenging but beautiful and diverse scenery. We have gone through dozens of small towns and have really enjoyed the slow pace and their curiosity about our trip. We have managed to ride the past 700 miles without going through stop lights. There are barely any stop signs. The route on Hwy 12 is also known as the Lewis and Clark Trail with lots of historical markers. It was a 100 mile, gradual climb along the Clearwater River. It continually changed from calm waters to rushing rapids. Our campsite was near the rapids and made it easy to fall asleep. We've met several other cyclist that are from around the globe - Sweden, Germany, Netherlands, Canada, and England. Others are local folks from New York, Oregon, Kansas, Missouri and San Francisco to name a few. We've made some new friends on this trip. From here we start heading southeast toward Yellowstone. The connectivity has been sparse through these gorgeous canyons and valleys. We'll keep in touch as often as time and technology allow. Life on the road is good!


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