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Things To Do
Mission Mountain Reservoir
Mission Reservoir is a serene spot to admire the Mission Mountains. Go for a swim or a paddle, relax with a book and picnic, or begin an adventurous hike to Mission Falls. **Please note - you will need a tribal recreational permit, available at Allard’s Stagestop, 77579 Hwy 93, St. Ignatius, MT 59865, in order to enjoy recreational activities in this area.
Garden of One Thousand Buddhas
Public park, botanical garden and Buddhist center in the Nyingma School of Tibetan Buddhism. Nestled in a peaceful valley in the land of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Reservation, the Garden of One Thousand Buddhas aligns positive properties of the physical world in a sacred architectural arrangement based on the eight-spoked Dharma wheel. This symbol evokes the turning or awakening of the enlightened qualities of altruism and wisdom. Open 9am-9pm
CSKT Bison Range
The National Bison Range is a hidden gem. In addition to seeing America’s national animal (the bison) up-close, keep your eyes out for other wildlife, including bear, elk, deer, and antelope. We recommend taking Red Sleep Mountain Drive up to the top, where you will have unbelievable views of the entire Mission Valley. The top also has informative signs about the remnants of Glacial Lake Missoula and the formation of the Mission Mountain Range.
St Ignatius Mission Parish
The St. Ignatius Mission is listed in the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Built in the 1890s by Jesuit priests, the church has 58 murals painted by Brother Joseph Carignano, an untrained artist who also served as the Mission’s cook.
Various hikes around Missoula
Website has lists and guides on hikes for all levels.