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Savenac Historic Tree Nursery Visitor Center

The historic nursery was founded in 1907 as a Forest Service tree nursery. Nursery operations concluded in 1969 and now the site is used for cabin rentals and a visitor center.

Listed under Picnic spots · Hiking trails · Nature centers & history sites · Recreation areas

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A weathered stone bridge leads toward a white building surrounded by trees.
Photo by Forest Service Northern Region, CC BY 2.0

About this place

The Savenac Visitor Center occupies what used to be the administration building of the tree nursery when it was active and now provides a welcome respite for travelers going east or west. With its Cape Cod style of the architecture, the center is not only fun to visit, but an aesthetic treat.

Practical information

Town
Other towns
Arrival
The Savenac compound is located 90 miles west of Missoula, Montana on Interstate 90. Take Haugan exit #16. Compound is well signed and entrance is visible. Located North of Interstate 90 located adjacent to the 50,000 Silver Dollar Inn Hotel and Bar.
Parking
Parking is in front of the Visitor Center.
Route surface
Our self-guided, interpretive trail follows old pathways with uneven surfaces, including stone, cement, grass, and gravel.
Hours
May 23, 2026 - September 8, 2026. Savenac Visitor Center is open 10AM- 4PM, Thursday- Sunday from July 2, 2026- September 7, 2026.
Use rules
Please visit the Forest's Alerts page for information on restrictions, in particular please review the Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order to help reduce the likelihood of human-to-bear conflicts.
Managed by
Federal agency
Phone
406-678-4395

Activities

  • Interpretive tour
  • Picnic
  • Hiking
  • Winter recreation

Amenities

  • Parking
  • Restroom
  • Water