There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Missoula, including ample hiking and biking, fly fishing on world-class trout streams, and adrenaline-packed adventures like rafting through the Alberton Gorge. Of course, there are plenty more relaxed adventures to enjoy, including visits to the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge.
The Missoula area is rich in natural beauty and wildlife, and there are plenty of places to immerse yourself in these natural paradises for a day. The Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge is just one of the many possibilities. Keep an eye on the sky, and you’ll see bald eagles, osprey, and many more varieties of birds. On the ground, keep an eye out for deer, antelope, big horn sheep, and so much more.
The Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge is just one of the many great attractions near our Bed and Breakfast in Missoula. Guests here also have easy access from our property into the stunning Blue Mountain Recreation Area, including trails like the Maclay Flat Nature Trail. Join us for a scenic and relaxing getaway this summer. Book your room at our Bed and Breakfast in Missoula today!
Visit the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge
The Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge is a 2800-acre natural paradise along the Bitterroot River. It’s located in Stevensville, about 30 minutes south of Missoula. The Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge, also a part of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, was set aside for conservation in the 1960s, primarily to protect migratory birds that moved through the surrounding wetlands. Today, nearly 250,000 people a year visit this incredible natural habitat!
Over the years, around 235 bird species have been documented at the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge, with more than 100 nesting in this area yearly. In addition to native and migratory birds, plenty of other mammals, amphibians, and reptiles call the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge home, making it a great spot to see some of Montana’s wildlife up close.
Nature trails wind through the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge, and the area is home to several recreational opportunities. In addition to hiking and birdwatching, you can also enjoy fishing, hunting, photography, and biking along Wildfowl Lane. To learn more about the animals that call this area home, and the refuge as a whole, we recommend starting your trip to the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge at the Visitor’s Center. It has several exhibits and information on the refuge.
Habitats at the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge are diverse, including riverfront forests, wet meadows, wetlands, and grassland benches. You’ll find helpful kiosks and interpretive signs with information about wildlife and habitats as you navigate the refuge.
The Best Bed and Breakfast in Missoula
Pack your favorite binoculars and prepare for a magical day at the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge. It’s just one of the many great places to view wildlife in and around Missoula – including right here at our Bed and Breakfast in Missoula! We offer guests the perfect nature-infused retreat, far away from the crowds and the city noise of downtown Missoula but close enough for you to enjoy the best of it when you want to.
There’s truly no better place to stay in Montana than our Bed and Breakfast in Missoula. We offer five comfortable guest rooms overlooking the Bitterroot Valley, a great place to put your feet up and relax at the end of the day. Wake up to the mouthwatering smells of our home-cooked breakfast. It’s the perfect fuel for your adventure ahead!
From there, head out into Montana’s beautiful wilderness for a day. Whether on the trails that lead from our property deeper into the Blue Mountain Wilderness or the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge, we know you’ll fall in love with Missoula just as much as we have. Enjoy the best of Montana this summer, and book your room at our Bed and Breakfast in Missoula today!
