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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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Bend Guard Station

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Horse Riding and Camping Winter Sports
The Bend area offers opportunities for a variety of outdoor recreation experiences including hiking, fishing, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and berry picking, in season. The Bend Work Center…

Big Hole Lookout

Site Closed
The historic Big Hole Lookout was rehabilitated and added to the Lolo National Forest cabin rental program in 2021. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov. The hike up to Big Hole Lookout…

Big Larch Campground

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking Water Activities
This campground is located on the east shoreline of Seeley Lake. A great place to cool off on a hot day, it has a beach and a boat launch as well as shade if you just want to lie around the campsite.…

Big Nelson Campground

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Water Activities
This campground, on the shoreline of Cooper's Lake near Ovando, Montana, is a semi-remote, developed campground which offers shady rest and a beautiful view of the lake and adjacent mountains. The…

Bighorn Campground

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Located in the Rock Creek drainage, this campground is situated right on Rock Creek in an old growth Ponderosa Pine and Douglas Fir forest. This area is known for its blue ribbon trout stream and…

Bitterroot Flat 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…

Blue Mountain Recreation Area

Site Open
Hiking Biking Winter Sports Other Outdoor Science and Learning Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Horse Riding and Camping Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
This 4,900-acre recreation area includes 41 miles of system trails and is a popular spot for locals and visitors because of its proximity to the city of Missoula and the views of the Missoula valley,…

Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Horse Riding and Camping Hiking
Together, the Great Bear Wilderness, the Bob Marshall Wilderness, and the Scapegoat Wilderness form the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, an area of more than 1.5 million acres. This is the third…

Cabin City Campground

Site Closed
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning
This cool and shady campground is fairly remote and offers relaxing campground features such as fishing, beaver dam viewing, a self-guided nature trail and interpretive signs. Download our brochure…

Cascade Campground

Site Open
Hiking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Water Activities Scenic Drives
This campground is located in the canyon bottom along the Clark Fork River. The site is adjacent to the highway and across the road from the river, and forested with Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine and…