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Recreation

The Flathead National Forest contains three wilderness areas, two ski areas, impressive mountain ranges, lakes, wild and scenic rivers, campgrounds, picnic areas, and cabins. Hiking, wildlife viewing, whitewater rafting, snowmobiling, and skiing are just some activities enjoyed year-round. Whether you prefer the solitude of hiking in wilderness or the camaraderie found at popular boating and picnic areas, the Flathead National Forest offers a multitude of recreation opportunities for all.

Visit our maps & guides page to learn more about finding the right map for your visit.

Finding a recreation region or opportunity:

On the Flathead National Forest, recreation opportunities are organized by ranger districts. Click on the Recreation Regions tab or use the search box below to see which sites are managed by a certain district. 

The District Vicinity Map displays the district boundaries if you prefer a visual. To access contact information for each district, visit our offices page.

Recreation

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North Fork of the Flathead River
Water Activities
The North Fork of the Flathead River is part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. It starts at the Canadian Border and flows south to the Middle Fork of the Flathead River. 

Old Condon Ranger Station
The Old Condon Ranger Station is part of a historic Forest Service compound constructed in the early 1920s. The compound served as a year-round base of operations for what was then called the Condon…

Owl Creek Cabin
Horse Riding and Camping
The Owl Creek Cabin is a rustic one room (16ft X 20ft) cabin. Group size is limited to 4 people. Accommodations for users include sleeping bunks with mattresses, wood heating stove, electric lights,…

Owl Creek Corral
Horse Riding and Camping
The Owl Creek Corral is a five-railed, steel pipe corral located at the Owl Creek Packer Camp and Holland Gordon Trailhead.  It is available to rent for up to 16 days.  The maximum capacity is 12…

Owl Creek Packer Camp Trailhead
Horse Riding and Camping Hiking
This trailhead is located across the road from the Owl Creek Packer Camp and is also known as Holland-Gordon Trailhead. This trailhead accesses Trail #35, which goes around the south side of Holland…

Pacific Northwest Trail - Flathead National Forest
Hiking
The Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail crosses lands of multiple jurisdictions, including National Forests, National Parks, as well as local and state lands.  The best resource for information…

Paola River Access Boating Site
Water Activities
River access site located on the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork of the Flathead River.  This river access site has designated parking area, vault toilet, and a native surface ramp.

Peter's Creek Campground
Picnicking
This is a free campground located 42 miles south of the town of Hungry Horse on the gravel East Side Reservoir Road #38. The campground is located at an elevation of 3,600 feet and is maintained from…

Polebridge River Access Site
Water Activities
River access site located on the Wild and Scenic North Fork of the Flathead River.  This river access site has designated parking area, vault toilet, and a native material surface ramp. 
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