Park

Travelers' Rest State Park

See the only archaeologically verified campsite of the Lewis and Clark Expedition in the nation. Centuries before Lewis and Clark, this site has long been known and used by Native peoples, notably the Salish.

Listed under Parks · Picnic spots · Hiking trails · Bike trails · River access & fishing · Wildlife & bird watching · Nature centers & history sites · Scenic viewpoints

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Photo from fwp.mt.gov

About this place

With Lolo Creek running through the park, Travelers' Rest is an idyllic spot for strolling the park's trails, and offers a rich bird habitat, with more than 115 species recorded within the park boundaries.

Practical information

Address
6717 Highway 12 W Lolo, MT 59847
Parking
Parking
Fees
Day use entrance fee with a vehicle: $8; day use entrance fee as a walk-in, bicycle or bus passenger: $4; with a Nonresident Entrance Pass: Free.
Hours
Park: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily.
Dogs
Pets Allowed
Use rules
Pack-in/Pack-out.
Managed by
State agency
Phone
406-273-4253
Email
jessica.martin@mt.gov

Activities

  • Archaeology
  • Bicycling
  • Bird Watching
  • Children's Activities
  • Cultural
  • Education
  • Exhibits
  • Seasonal Fishing
  • Heritage
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Lewis And Clark History
  • Museum
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Picnicking
  • Séliš-Ql̓ispé Tribal History
  • Sightseeing
  • Visitor Center
  • Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

  • Parking
  • Restroom
  • Water
  • Shelter

Sources

from fwp.mt.gov/travelers-rest updated