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Recreation

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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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Monture Guard Station Cabin

Site Closed
Winter Sports
This facility is available only in the winter, and the area offers both motorized and non-motorized recreation opportunities. It is a completely restored ranger station facility with very comfortable…

Morgan-Case Homestead

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Winter Sports
The Morgan-Case Homestead is a rustic, single story log cabin situated on approximately 320 acres along Rock Creek. The cabin has two bedrooms, a living room, dining room, and kitchen. It is…

Ninemile Remount Depot and Historic Ranger Station

Site Closed
Outdoor Science and Learning
This historic site has a visitor center and self-guided tour where you can learn about the Ninemile Remount Depot which provided experienced packers and their animals for fighting fires and for…

Norton Campground

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Located in the Rock Creek drainage, this campground is adjacent to Rock Creek, situated amongst ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir trees. This area is known for its blue ribbon trout stream and rugged…

Pattee Canyon Group Picnic Area

Site Open
Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning
Set in a wooded canyon east of Missoula at 4,100 feet, the Pattee Canyon Picnic Area is a popular spot for family picnics. Because this picnic area is in the Pattee Canyon Recreation Area, there's…

Pattee Canyon Recreation Area

Site Open
Biking Hiking Other Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning Winter Sports
This 3,200-acre recreation area on the east side of Missoula is a popular getaway for locals and visitors. The extensive, 27 miles of system trails is open year-round to non-motorized use and…

Peninsula Dispersed Campground and Recreation Area

Site Open
Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
12 dispersed camping sites with fire rings along the Clark Fork River near fishing, rafting, and swimming opportunities. No water or trash receptacles are available - Pack it in/Pack it out.

Petty Creek Bighorn Sheep Viewing Site

Outdoor Science and Learning
This is a good place to view bighorn sheep, which feed on the grassy slopes and find safety on the canyon cliffs and talus slopes. Hike the 0.5 mile gravel trail that winds up through the talus rock…