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The Lolo National Forest contains four Wilderness areas, two downhill ski areas, impressive mountain ranges, lakes, wild and scenic rivers, campgrounds, picnic areas, rental cabins and lookouts. Hiking, wildlife viewing, fishing, visiting historic sites are just some activities enjoyed year-round. Whether you prefer the solitude of hiking in a Wilderness areas or visiting popular recreation sites for boating and picnic areas, the Forest has something for everyone! 

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Fort Fizzle Historic Site Picnic Area

Site Open
Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning
This relaxing picnic site along U.S. Highway 12 offers interpretive signs explaining the history of Fort Fizzle and invites you to be a part of a replica 19th century military entrenchment. Trailers…

Gold Rush Campground

Site Open
Hiking
This site is forested and shady, and is located in a narrow canyon bottom along a stream. A hiking trail is available nearby.

Grand Menard Picnic Area

Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning
This large, open picnic area is a great place to spend time with the family or throw a family reunion. Located near the Historic Forest Service Remount Depot and Visitor center, it's a great place to…

Grizzly Campground

Site Temporarily Closed
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
East of Rock Creek, this campground is located in the Ranch Creek drainage. Several campsites border the creek.  t

Harry's Flat Campground

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Recent upgrades include a hardened river access ramp, day use parking area for vehicles and boat trailers, vault toilets, new campsites, fire rings, and picnic tables. Reconstruction work was funded…

Hidden Lake Campground

Site Open
Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Hidden Lake Campground is a 5-site campground southwest of Seeley Lake, Montana. The lake is a 33-acre kettle lake on the west edge of the Clearwater Valley, and is stocked with westslope cuthroat…

Hogback Homestead

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Winter Sports
The Hogback Homestead, a fully furnished two story log cabin, is situated on approximately five acres along Hogback Creek. It has three bedrooms, kitchen, living room, and dining room. It is heated…

Koo-Koo-Sint Bighorn Sheep Viewing Site

Outdoor Science and Learning
This site offers visitors an excellent opportunity to see close-up views of bighorn sheep grazing in a meadow. The peak viewing months are November and December, but there's a good chance of seeing…

Kreis Pond Campground

Site Open
Biking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Water Activities Hiking
Close to the Ninemile Ranger Station and Grand Menard Picnic Area, this campground offers mountain biking opportunities and has seven campsites and a day use area with two grills. The campsites are…

Lake Alva Campground

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Water Activities
Lake Alva Campground is located on the North shore of Lake Alva, approximately 11 miles north of Seeley Lake, and offers visitors the chance to camp and enjoy activities such as swimming, boating,…