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Recreation Region: Swan Lake Ranger District

Mission Mountains Wilderness

High mountain lakes. Impressive mountain views. Wild landscapes. Solitude. These are just some of the words used to describe the Missions Mountain Wilderness.

With a trail system to lead you to the more popular lakes, and plenty of countryside to practice your wilderness route finding skills, the Missions has something for every type of recreationalist. Take your kids on an easy hike to Glacier Lake. Or challenge yourself to use wilderness skills traveling to Mollman Lakes.

People enjoy the Leave No Trace atmosphere as they walk along litter-free trails, watch wildlife that has not been tamed by food handouts from people, and challenge each other on who can hang a better bear bag.

The Mission Mountains Wilderness is bordered by the Salish- Kootenai tribal wilderness; please contact 406-675-2700 for information regarding access and use.

Current Conditions
Trail conditions can change quickly, and areas may be closed during emergencies such as wildfire. For condition information, call the Swan Lake Ranger District at (406) 837-7500.

General Information

Swan Lake Ranger Station office

Address: 200 Ranger Station Road Bigfork, MT 59911
Phone: (406) 837-7500
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Directions

All access roads to the Mission Mountains Wilderness are west off of HWY 83. Some of the best trailheads are Glacier Creek TH and Hemlock Creek TH off of Kraft Creek road; Cold Lakes TH, Crystal Lake TH, and more.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restroom information is not available for this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 10, 2025