Are e-bikes provided?

Yes—High Voltage delivers a fully outfitted, step-through pedal-assist e‑Bike fitted to your height and fully charged to the East Portal trailhead.

How old do riders need to be?

Minimum age is 16; riders under 18 require a parental or guardian signature at booking.

Is a shuttle required?

No—this rental is out-and-back from East Portal; bikes are collected at your return so no shuttle is necessary.

What is the trail surface like?

Packed gravel and dirt with occasional uneven sections; trestles are wooden and can be slick when wet.

How long is the Taft Tunnel?

The Taft Tunnel is 1.66 miles long—bring a light and expect cooler temperatures inside the bore.

What is the refund or cancellation policy?

Full refund 14+ days out; 50% refund 2–13 days; no refund within 48 hours; no-shows are non-refundable.

Hiawatha e-Bike Rental: Ride the Taft Tunnel and Trestles from East Portal | Bike Rental

High-voltage fun follows a quiet railroad through the Bitterroot Mountains on the Hiawatha e‑Bike Rental, a self-paced electric-bike outing launched from East Portal on the Hiawatha Trail in Saltese, Montana. Riders collect a fully outfitted, step-through pedal-assist e‑Bike delivered and fitted at the East Portal trailhead, hear a 20–30 minute safety briefing, then set off through infrastructure and landscape that feels engineered for exploration. The route runs 1.66 miles through the Taft Tunnel, threads ten shorter bores, and crosses seven exposed trestles that cantilever above steep river valleys; most riders comfortably cover 10–15 miles out and back at their own pace.

What makes this experience special here is the combination of engineered drama—long tunnels, high trestles, rail-grade grades—and raw mountain scenery. The trail surface is compacted gravel and dirt that tracks a former railroad corridor, offering expansive views across the Bitterroot range and sudden, cinematic shifts in light when you enter a tunnel. The Taft Tunnel itself is notable: a continuous 1.66‑mile cut through the mountain that feels like moving through the spine of the landscape. No shuttle is required; bikes are charged and ready, so all you bring is energy and curiosity.

Practical details matter: the ride operates seasonally from late spring through fall, with meeting at East Portal off Exit 5 on I‑90 (Taft, MT), approximately five miles east of Lookout Pass via Route 506. Riders must be at least 16 and able to mount, balance, and steer a bicycle independently. High Voltage’s team collects bikes at the end of your run, so logistics are minimal and the day can focus on riding, photos, and views.

This is also a great local complement to staying in nearby Saltese or using Lookout Pass as a base. The route fits a wide range of abilities—beginners comfortable on a bike can enjoy the e‑assist, while more experienced cyclists can push farther distances. Bring a charged phone, layers for sudden mountain wind, and a reliable light for tunnel interiors. Respect trail rules, watch for uneven surfaces, and yield to other users on narrow trestles.

High Voltage’s e‑Bike rental turns the industrial remnants of a historic rail corridor into a modern recreation artery: it’s quick to book, low on logistics, and high on cinematic moments—perfect for travelers who want big-mountain payoff without an all-day expedition.

Booking is streamlined via the High Voltage system and your waiver is signed at checkout; show up 30 minutes early for bike fit and briefing. Expect varied light inside tunnels, keep a single file on trestles, and pause at pullouts to photograph the Bitterroot skyline. Whether you ride for an afternoon or half a day, this loop delivers engineered thrills and mountain clarity in a compact, accessible package.

Hiawatha e-Bike Rental: Ride the Taft Tunnel and Trestles from East Portal

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