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Wildlife & bird watching near Missoula

75 places near Missoula.

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Missoula area 14Day trips 61
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Playground 1Restroom 50Shade 4Water 26Paved path 6listed for 63 of 75
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8 free43 with a feelisted for 51 of 75

Birdwatchers in Missoula use the Maclay Flat Nature Trail, a gravel path along the Bitterroot River. Bighorn sheep feed on grassy slopes at the Petty Creek Bighorn Sheep Viewing Site and at Spring Creek in Rock Creek. The Seeley Lake Wildlife Viewing Blind is an easy walk through old-growth western larch and spruce.

Missoula area 14

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attachment-Sign - Blue Mountain Recreation Area – courtesy USFSBlue Mountain Recreation Area24 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation area, TrailRestroom–
Alt text placeholderCouncil Grove State Park11249 Mullan Road, Missoula · From fwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 27Park, River accessRestroom, WaterFee
Alt text placeholderFrenchtown Pond State Park18401 Frenchtown Frontage Road, Frenchtown · From stateparks.mt.gov, checked Sep 27Park, Swimming areaPlayground, Restroom, WaterFee
Kelly IslandKelly IslandMissoula · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Boat ramp, River accessRestroomFree
Image of the Lolo Creek at the Lolo Creek Campground on the Lolo National Forest, Montana.Lolo Creek Campground and Picnic AreaLolo · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 29CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
A river flows through a forest under a cloudy sky.Lower Blackfoot River CorridorBonner · From blm.gov, checked Oct 1River access, CampgroundRestroomFree
A sign for a river access and trail area stands in a grassy clearing with a parking area visible in the background.Maclay Flat Nature TrailMissoula · From fs.usda.gov, checked Oct 1Trail, River accessRestroom–
Alt text placeholderMilltown State Park1353 Deer Creek Rd.Missoula, Missoula · From fwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Park, TrailRestroom, Paved pathFee
Image of the Pattee Canyon Pavillion and Picnic Area, Lolo National Forest, Montana.Pattee Canyon Group Picnic Area24 FORT MISSOULA ROAD, Missoula · From recreation.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation areaRestroom, Shade, Paved pathFee
Image of the Nordic Ski Trails map sign at the Pattee Canyon Recreation Area.Pattee Canyon Recreation AreaMissoula · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation area, Trail––
A family walks together on a wooded dirt trail.Rattlesnake GreenwayMissoula · From fvlt.org, checked Sep 30Trail––
An aerial view of a university campus featuring a large clock tower building surrounded by autumn trees and walkways.State of Montana Arboretum32 Campus Dr., Missoula · From umt.edu, checked Sep 28GardenShade–
A dirt path leads through a forest of tall pine trees.ThibodeauBonner · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30River access, CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
Alt text placeholderTravelers' Rest State Park6717 Highway 12 W, Lolo · From fwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 27ParkRestroom, WaterFee

Day trips 61

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A volunteer trail crew member digs into the side of a dirt trail in a forest.Babcock Mountain Trail #10Day trip · 2.5 miles · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Trail––
Bass CreekBass Creek Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Oct 1River access–Free
Alt text placeholderBeavertail Hill State ParkDay trip · From montanastateparks.reserveamerica.com, checked Sep 30Park, CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
Beavertail PondBeavertail Pond Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Boat rampRestroomFee
Bell CrossingBell Crossing Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Boat ramp, River access–Fee
Belmont CreekBelmont Creek Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Oct 1River access––
A wooden sign for a campground stands along a dirt road in a forest.Bighorn CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 29Campground–Fee
A view of a mountain lake with lily pads and snow-capped peaks in the background.Big Larch CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Campground, BeachRestroom, Water, Paved pathFree
A woman walks along a dirt path in a wooded area.Bitterroot Flat CampgroundDay trip · From flickr.com, checked Sep 29CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
Blackfoot-ClearwaterBlackfoot-ClearwaterDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation area––
Brown's LakeBrown's Lake Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 28Campground, Boat rampRestroomFee
Calf CreekCalf CreekDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation area––
A sign for a campground stands in a forest.Charles Waters CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30CampgroundRestroom, Water, Paved pathFee
A mountain peak with snow sits behind rolling brown hills at sunset.Ch-Paa-Qn Peak TrailheadDay trip · 3 miles · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 29Trailhead––
Cayuse TrailClearwater River Canoe TrailDay trip · 3.5 miles · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Trail, TrailheadRestroomFree
Corricks River BendCorrick's River BendDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 29Boat ramp, CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
Bitterroot River at Demmons Fishing Access Site near Hamilton, MontanaDemmonsDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30River access–Fee
The Double Arrow Lookout tower in the summertime.Double Arrow LookoutDay trip · From recreation.gov, checked Sep 28Cabin or lookoutRestroom–
Alt text placeholderFinley Point State ParkDay trip · From montanastateparks.reserveamerica.com, checked Sep 26Park, CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
Alt text placeholderFish Creek State ParkDay trip · From fwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Park–Fee
Fish CreekFish Creek Wildlife Management AreaDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 27Recreation area–Fee
A person fishes along the rocky bank of a calm river surrounded by autumn trees.Florence Bridge Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 29River access, Boat rampRestroomFee
Full CurlFull CurlDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 27Recreation area––
Gillies BridgeGillies Bridge Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 28River access––
Gold CreekGold Creek Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30River access, Boat rampRestroomFee
Image of Trout Creek at the Trout Creek Campground on the Lolo National Forest, Montana.Grizzly CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Oct 1CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
Hannon MemorialHannon Memorial Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30River access, Boat rampRestroomFree
Harpers LakeHarpers Lake Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 29River access, Boat rampRestroomFee
A house with a green roof sits in a grassy clearing with a dirt path leading to it.Hogback HomesteadDay trip · From recreation.gov, checked Sep 28Cabin or lookoutRestroom, WaterFee
A photo of Lake Alva on a sunny day. The water and skies are bright blue, and trees and the swan range can be seen in the background.Lake Alva CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Campground, Boat rampRestroom, WaterFree
An aerial view shows snow-capped mountains overlooking a lake and forested terrain.Lake Como CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30CampgroundRestroom, Water, Paved pathFee
The "Point" At Lake Inez Point 6, looking southwest.Lake Inez CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Campground, Boat rampRestroomFee
Photo of Lakeside Campground in the summertime.Lakeside CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30CampgroundRestroomFee
Izembek National Wildlife RefugeLee Metcalf National Wildlife RefugeDay trip · From fws.gov, checked Sep 30River access, Recreation areaPaved path–
Photo of the Welcome Creek foot bridge in the Rock Creek area, Montana.Lolo National ForestDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Oct 1Recreation area, Campground–Free
Highway 12/Lochsa Corridor landing photoLolo Pass Visitor CenterDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation areaRestroom, WaterFee
Monture Guard Station Rental Cabin in the Winter.Monture Guard Station Rental Cabin in the Winter.Monture Guard Station CabinDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Cabin or lookoutRestroom, WaterFee
Petty Creek Bighorn Sheep Viewing SiteDay trip · 0.5 miles · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation area, Trailhead––
Petty Pasture TrailheadDay trip · 3 miles · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Trailhead––
Alt text placeholderPlacid Lake State ParkDay trip · From fwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 28Park, CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
Photo of the lake front campground called River Point on Seeley Lake, Montana.River Point CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 28Campground, BeachRestroom, WaterFee
Alt text placeholderSalmon Lake State ParkDay trip · From fwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Park, CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
Savenac Bunkhouse 1Bunkhouse east entranceSavenac BunkhouseDay trip · From recreation.gov, checked Sep 30Cabin or lookoutRestroom, Shade, WaterFee
Image of the cookhouse at the historic Savenac area on the Lolo National Forest, Montana.Savenac CookhouseDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Cabin or lookoutRestroom, WaterFee
Image of the East Cottage at Savenac in the wintertime, Lolo National Forest, Montana.Savenac East CottageDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 28Cabin or lookoutRestroom, Shade, Water–
Savenac West Cottage.Savenac West CottageDay trip · From recreation.gov, checked Sep 28Cabin or lookoutRestroom, WaterFee
Image of Seeley Lake CampgroundSeeley Lake CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Campground, Swimming areaRestroom, WaterFee
The Wildlife Viewing BlindSeeley Lake Wildlife Viewing BlindDay trip · 0.3 miles · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation area, Trail––
A man stands in a grassy field with a river and mountains in the background.Skalkaho Bend Park & TrailsDay trip · From cityofhamilton.net, checked Sep 30Park, TrailRestroom–
Bighorn Sheep Viewing Area, Montana photoSpring Creek Sheep Viewing SiteDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30Trailhead, TrailRestroom–
A dirt trail leads toward a snow-covered mountain under a cloudy sky.Steve Powell Park & TrailsDay trip · From cityofhamilton.net, checked Sep 30Park, Trail––
Alberton's Purple CliffsTarkio East Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 29River access––
TarkioTarkio Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 26River access, Boat rampRestroomFee
AA5A7636.jpgTeller TrailDay trip · 1.5 miles · From tellerwildlife.org, checked Sep 30Trail––
A group of people are gathered on a riverbank with rafts, with one individual appearing to provide instructions.Thibodeau RapidsDay trip · From fwp.mt.gov, checked Oct 1River access–Fee
A calm lake reflects the surrounding forested mountains and cloudy sky.Three Frogs CampgroundDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 30CampgroundRestroom, WaterFee
ThreemileThreemile Wildlife Management AreaDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation area, TrailRestroomFee
Upsata LakeUpsata Lake Fishing Access SiteDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Boat ramp, CampgroundRestroomFee
Outhouse OuthouseUp Up 40-Foot Lookout TowerDay trip · From fs.usda.gov, checked Sep 27Cabin or lookoutRestroomFee
Warm SpringsWarm Springs Wildlife Management AreaDay trip · From myfwp.mt.gov, checked Sep 30Recreation areaRestroom–
Photos of the West Fork Butte Lookout, Montana.West Fork Butte LookoutDay trip · 7.5 miles · From fs.usda.gov, checked Oct 1Cabin or lookoutRestroomFee