NOBLE AVENUE TRAIL

The 2,493-foot Noble Avenue Trail seen in the northeast of Dillon was envisioned as a key link in a larger system of connected pedestrian and bicyclist routes and trails (see map on the Trail Connectivity Program page). Construction began in 2019 with the 340-foot north segment and the trail bed for the last segment was completed in 2022. The trail is separated from the Noble Avenue driving lanes and provides a safe, accessible and enjoyable non-motorized transportation alternative.

2023 is targeted for finish work. Additional signage, including a trailhead sign recognizing all contributors, and markings are planned. Improvements needed to connect the south end with the Beaver Pride trail are also in the works.

Noble avenue trail BENEFITS:

  • Improved safety for bicyclists and pedestrians, safer walk/bike ways for children to access schools, parks and friends’ houses.

  • Near completion of a North-South walk/bike friendly route connecting north-side residents to the schools, businesses and neighborhoods in the center of town.

  • Better access to Cubs Field, Dan Ibey, Ray Lynch and Chris Kraft Parks

  • Connection to Parkview Trail and Safe Routes to Schools.

  • Connection with the Laknar Lane, Highway 41 and Overland trails. The completion of the Noble Avenue Connector Trail would lead to placing a safe crossing on Montana Highway 41, which is nonexistent right now.

  • A more attractive Noble Avenue streetscape.

  • Addition of another great trail in town, enhancing the quality of life of the community and the attractiveness of the town in general.

  • Encouragement to walk and bike, which is healthier and more environmentally friendly.

noble avenue trail Project History

The Noble Avenue Trail was originally proposed by the Dillon Rotary and subsequently identified in the Beaverhead County Trails Plan and Beaverhead Trails Coalition’s (BTC) Strategic Plan. Planning and design began with a public meeting on September 13, 2017.  Subsequent discussions with the City of Dillon, the Beaverhead Golf Course and other stakeholders and interested parties resulted in a set of project requirements with a feasibility study (2017) and detailed design (2018) following.

The trail was designed to facilitate construction in three sections: South (1,097 ft.), Middle (622 ft.) and North (774 ft.). BTC completed construction of the North and South sections and all but 340 feet of the Middle section in 2019 and 2020. Construction of the remaining 240 feet of the Middle section was completed in 2022.

Support from the City of Dillon; funding from the Montana FWP, LOR and Union Pacific Foundations, the Kendeda Fund, Patagonia, Steele-Reese Foundation, United Way of Beaverhead County, Dillon Rotary Club, Great Harvest, and individual contributions; in-kind contributions from R.E. Miller and Sons, and , the Dillon Tree Board, volunteers, and others.

12/22/2022

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