Bicycling

Bicycle and Pedestrian Office. That's right: Missoula is such a bike and hike friendly town that it has a Bicycle and Pedestrian plan with its own program and office. Nearly 62 miles of bike and pedestrian trails thread through Missoula, an interactive map of which can be found on the City of Missoula's website. There's even a downloadable MyCityBikes smartphone app for your convenience. Call the city's Bicycle and Pedestrian Office for more information. 435 Ryman St., Missoula, Montana, 59802. 406/552--6352; www.ci.missoula.mt.us/404/Bicycle-and-Pedestrian-Office.

Adventure Cycling. The folks at Adventure Cycling in downtown Missoula have good suggestions for nearby bike routes and an extensive selection of regional and national bike maps for sale. And for avid cyclists, it's just a fun place to visit to chat with some of the most knowledgeable and passionate cyclists you'll ever meet, and who aren't afraid to boast (accurately) that they "research and produce the best cycling maps on the planet." 150 E. Pine St., Missoula, Montana, 59807. 406/721–1776; 800/755–2453; www.adventurecycling.org.

Open Road Bicycles & Nordic Equipment. It may not look like much, but Open Road Bicycles & Nordic Equipment is a great place to buy or rent bikes and cross-country ski gear. They also have a good selection of clothing and accessories and a full-service repair shop that can do everything from wax your skis to overhaul your mountain bike. 517 S. Orange St., Missoula, Montana, 59801. 406/549–2453; www.orbicycleandnordic.com.