Pattee Canyon Recreation Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sunset over a valley with a river, buildings, and mountains in the background.
A snow-covered valley with a winding river, a highway, and mountains in the background.
A cityscape with a mix of green spaces and buildings, surrounded by mountains.
A cityscape at dusk with a river, buildings, and snow-covered fields.

Explore the area near Pattee Canyon Recreation Area and other popular areas in Missoula

Find the best Pattee Canyon Recreation Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A brick pathway leading to a building with a clock tower, surrounded by green grass and trees.
Photo by John Mikenis
Open Photo by John Mikenis

University District

While visiting University District, you might make a stop by sights like Washington-Grizzly Stadium and Clark Fork River.

Mount Sentinel, downtown Missoula, and Clark Fork River

Lower Rattlesnake

While Lower Rattlesnake may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Washington-Grizzly Stadium and Wilma Theatre.

A grassy field with a fence, a distant town, and a cloudy sky.
Photo by Adventurous Amber
Open Photo by Adventurous Amber

Farviews - Pattee Canyon

If you're spending some time in Farviews - Pattee Canyon, Highlands Golf Club and Sousa Trailhead are top sights worth seeing.

An aerial view of a university campus surrounded by autumn foliage.

Rose Park

If you're spending some time in Rose Park, Missoula County Fairgrounds and Motown Casino are top sights worth seeing.

A bridge over a river, a town with buildings, and mountains in the background.

Lewis & Clark

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lewis & Clark and surrounding area, you can visit Splash Montana and Missoula County Fairgrounds.

Motel 6 Missoula, MT

Motel 6 Missoula, MT

2 out of 5
3035 Expo Pkwy Missoula MT
The price is NZ$165 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$165
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Missoula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,707 reviews)
"Absolutely no amenities. We had a bar of soap & nothing else. Sign in lobby said free items, but when we asked for shampoo we had to buy out of vending machine. $2.00 for the size you usually get free. No Kleenex& no clock anywhere. Will never go there again."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Motel 6 Missoula, MT
Broadway Inn Conference Center

Broadway Inn Conference Center

2.5 out of 5
1609 W Broadway St Missoula MT
The price is NZ$229 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$229
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Missoula. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,301 reviews)
"Very clean and very convenient location"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Broadway Inn Conference Center
StoneCreek Lodge

StoneCreek Lodge

3 out of 5
5145 Airway Blvd Missoula MT
The price is NZ$265 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$265
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Missoula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
StoneCreek Lodge
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Literally the heart of Missoula. Amazing views of the River and Caras Park.

Literally the heart of Missoula. Amazing views of the River and Caras Park.

Missoula MT
Stay at this condo in Missoula. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Wilma Theatre and Caras ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (216 reviews)
"Very cute and clean place! Great location for what we needed. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Literally the heart of Missoula. Amazing views of the River and Caras Park.
The Holmestead - Dry Cabin

The Holmestead - Dry Cabin

Missoula MT
Stay at this cabin in Frenchtown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions King Ranch Golf Course and Frenchtown Pond State Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
"A quiet slice of heavenly Montana. Beautiful creek. Cool cabin hideaway! Will definitely be back! Thanks for sharing your space!"

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

The Holmestead - Dry Cabin
Modern Missoula home with AC, WiFi, 2-car garage, sleeps 10, & beautiful views!

Modern Missoula home with AC, WiFi, 2-car garage, sleeps 10, & beautiful views!

Missoula MT
Stay at this golf holiday home in Missoula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Washington-Grizzly Stadium and Highlands Golf ...
10/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
"great house - perfect for a group. hosts are amazing and responsive!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Modern Missoula home with AC, WiFi, 2-car garage, sleeps 10, & beautiful views!
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Pattee Canyon Recreation Area attractions

Mount Sentinel

9.2/10 (36 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Sentinel during your travels in Missoula. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
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Activities

Downtown Missoula Historical Self Guided Tour of Montanas Heart

Downtown Missoula: Historical Self-Guided Tour of Montana's Heart

NZ$35
per adult
Downtown Missoula: Historical Self-Guided Tour of Montana's Heart
Blackfoot River Guided Tour Wildlife History and Conservation

Blackfoot River Guided Tour Wildlife History and Conservation

NZ$424
per adult
Blackfoot River Guided Tour Wildlife History and Conservation
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