Kyle’s guidebook for Missoula
Breakfast
The BEST breakfast burritos this side of the Mississippi. Coffee, Sandwiches, Wifi, and outdoor seating. A local favorite!
45 moradores locais recomendam
Market on Front
201 E Front StThe BEST breakfast burritos this side of the Mississippi. Coffee, Sandwiches, Wifi, and outdoor seating. A local favorite!
4 minutes from the rental and an awesome used bookstore right next door. Make sure you're hungry. Montana sized plates!
28 moradores locais recomendam
Paul's Pancake Parlor
2305 Brooks St4 minutes from the rental and an awesome used bookstore right next door. Make sure you're hungry. Montana sized plates!
Old timey breakfast diner and the location where they filmed the café shootout in Yellowstone. The west has changed a lot over the past few years, but this place hasn't. As homey of a breakfast spot as there ever was.
7 moradores locais recomendam
Ruby's Cafe
2101 Regent StOld timey breakfast diner and the location where they filmed the café shootout in Yellowstone. The west has changed a lot over the past few years, but this place hasn't. As homey of a breakfast spot as there ever was.
Lunch
Fancy sandwiches, wine, and cheese selection. Parking is tough, but oh so worth it.
37 moradores locais recomendam
Tagliare Delicatessen
1433 S Higgins AveFancy sandwiches, wine, and cheese selection. Parking is tough, but oh so worth it.
The Catalyst Cafe
111 N Higgins AveCute, good food, and a great view of downtown.
Dinner
Homemade craft sodas, giant log cabin feel, Burgers, salads, nachos, and wings. What's not to love?
38 moradores locais recomendam
Lolo Peak Brewery & Grill
6201 Brewery WayHomemade craft sodas, giant log cabin feel, Burgers, salads, nachos, and wings. What's not to love?
indoor/outdoor seating, full bar, rotating menus, and the occasional live music. 1 block from the river too!
120 moradores locais recomendam
The Top Hat
134 W Front Stindoor/outdoor seating, full bar, rotating menus, and the occasional live music. 1 block from the river too!
Hiking/Biking
The Bitterroot Trail is an approximately 50-mile paved path that connects Missoula and Hamilton – and the quaint towns along the way – while paralleling the rugged Bitterroot Mountains. You can experience all the charm, wonder, and adventure that Western Montana offers as you ride along this historic trail.
***This is the trail directly behind the house shown on the check-in packet. Easy paved walking and biking - dog friendly too!
Bitterroot Trail
Bitterroot TrailThe Bitterroot Trail is an approximately 50-mile paved path that connects Missoula and Hamilton – and the quaint towns along the way – while paralleling the rugged Bitterroot Mountains. You can experience all the charm, wonder, and adventure that Western Montana offers as you ride along this historic trail.
***This is the trail directly behind the house shown on the check-in packet. Easy paved walking and biking - dog friendly too!
Distance: 3/4 mile to 'M' and 1 and 3/4 miles to top of Mount Sentinel
The 'M' on the west face of Mount Sentinel has been a Missoula landmark since 1908, when Forestry Club members forged a zigzag trail up the mountain and students carried up stones to shape the symbol of the University of Montana.
Time brought several transformations to the 'M.' In 1912, a wooden letter replaced the one made of stone. When the wooden 'M' was blown off the mountain in 1915, it was replaced with a more permanent, larger stone 'M.' That structure remained until 1968, when it was replaced with the concrete 'M' we see today.
A hike to the 'M' is a favorite Missoula outing for people of all ages. After just a few minutes on the trail, you begin to get a birds'-eye view of the University of Montana. As you gain elevation, the view expands to include all of Missoula, the valley, the Clark Fork River and distant mountains.
While the trail is less than a mile long, the hike can be quite strenuous, depending on how quickly you cover this distance. You'll climb a steep, zigzag path with 11 switchbacks and gain 620 feet in elevation. Many local athletes and fitness buffs run the 'M' trail as a regular part of their regimen.
Most people make the 'M' their final destination, but you can continue to climb for about another mile on one of two routes to the top of Mount Sentinel. The view from the top of the mountain is even more exquisite. To the north, across Hellgate Canyon, you'll see Mount Jumbo and the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area and Wilderness. Look for the water lines etched into the slopes of Mount Jumbo by the waters of Glacial Lake Missoula. To the south, you can see the Bitterroot Mountains.
From the top of Sentinel, you can retrace your steps to the base of the mountain or follow Crazy Canyon Trail into Pattee Canyon. Hikers and equestrians can also follow the Hellgate Canyon Trail linking Crazy Canyon Trail with the Kim Williams Trail.
62 moradores locais recomendam
The M
Distance: 3/4 mile to 'M' and 1 and 3/4 miles to top of Mount Sentinel
The 'M' on the west face of Mount Sentinel has been a Missoula landmark since 1908, when Forestry Club members forged a zigzag trail up the mountain and students carried up stones to shape the symbol of the University of Montana.
Time brought several transformations to the 'M.' In 1912, a wooden letter replaced the one made of stone. When the wooden 'M' was blown off the mountain in 1915, it was replaced with a more permanent, larger stone 'M.' That structure remained until 1968, when it was replaced with the concrete 'M' we see today.
A hike to the 'M' is a favorite Missoula outing for people of all ages. After just a few minutes on the trail, you begin to get a birds'-eye view of the University of Montana. As you gain elevation, the view expands to include all of Missoula, the valley, the Clark Fork River and distant mountains.
While the trail is less than a mile long, the hike can be quite strenuous, depending on how quickly you cover this distance. You'll climb a steep, zigzag path with 11 switchbacks and gain 620 feet in elevation. Many local athletes and fitness buffs run the 'M' trail as a regular part of their regimen.
Most people make the 'M' their final destination, but you can continue to climb for about another mile on one of two routes to the top of Mount Sentinel. The view from the top of the mountain is even more exquisite. To the north, across Hellgate Canyon, you'll see Mount Jumbo and the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area and Wilderness. Look for the water lines etched into the slopes of Mount Jumbo by the waters of Glacial Lake Missoula. To the south, you can see the Bitterroot Mountains.
From the top of Sentinel, you can retrace your steps to the base of the mountain or follow Crazy Canyon Trail into Pattee Canyon. Hikers and equestrians can also follow the Hellgate Canyon Trail linking Crazy Canyon Trail with the Kim Williams Trail.
Super popular with dogs and their two-legged counterparts, Blue Mountain Recreation Area is an easy two-mile drive southwest of Missoula. A nice mix of easy walking and steeper climbs, Blue Mountain boasts expansive meadows (keep an eye out for the most gorgeous blue butterflies) and great views of the Missoula Valley, including a self-guided nature trail. Be prepared for horses, mountain bikers and plenty of happy dogs.
45 moradores locais recomendam
Blue Mountain Trailhead (hike & bike)
Forest Hill LaneSuper popular with dogs and their two-legged counterparts, Blue Mountain Recreation Area is an easy two-mile drive southwest of Missoula. A nice mix of easy walking and steeper climbs, Blue Mountain boasts expansive meadows (keep an eye out for the most gorgeous blue butterflies) and great views of the Missoula Valley, including a self-guided nature trail. Be prepared for horses, mountain bikers and plenty of happy dogs.
Dog Parks
2299 S Johnson St.
Missoula, MT 59801
- Good entry areas, newer fencing
- poop bags provided
- human & dog drinking water source
- adequate seating
Rail Link Dog Park B.C.
2299 S Johnson St.
Missoula, MT 59801
- Good entry areas, newer fencing
- poop bags provided
- human & dog drinking water source
- adequate seating
Bark Park at Jacob’s Island Park
S Van Buren St. & S 5th St. E Missoula, MT 59803
Spacious and beautiful park
-Swimming access for pups and people (creeks and river!)
-Not completely fenced in, so if your dog’s a wanderer, might -not be the best fit
-Plenty of trails for meandering down
6 moradores locais recomendam
Jacobs Island Offleash Dog Park (Swimming Access)
Bark Park at Jacob’s Island Park
S Van Buren St. & S 5th St. E Missoula, MT 59803
Spacious and beautiful park
-Swimming access for pups and people (creeks and river!)
-Not completely fenced in, so if your dog’s a wanderer, might -not be the best fit
-Plenty of trails for meandering down
Rattlesnake National Recreation Area
Lolo National Forest, Rattlesnake Dr, Missoula, MT 59802
-Dogs on leashes are welcome in almost all areas of this park
-Spacious with 61,000 acres of wildness
-The Woods Gulch trail loop has no dog restrictions
8 moradores locais recomendam
Rattlesnake National Recreation Area & Wilderness
Rattlesnake DriveRattlesnake National Recreation Area
Lolo National Forest, Rattlesnake Dr, Missoula, MT 59802
-Dogs on leashes are welcome in almost all areas of this park
-Spacious with 61,000 acres of wildness
-The Woods Gulch trail loop has no dog restrictions
Sports
The Missoula PaddleHeads are an independent baseball team of the Pioneer League, which is not affiliated with Major League Baseball (MLB) but is an MLB Partner League. They are located in Missoula, Montana, and play their home games at Ogren Park at Allegiance Field.
Beer, food, affordable tickets, and not a bad seat in the whole park.
Missoula PaddleHeads
700 Cregg LnThe Missoula PaddleHeads are an independent baseball team of the Pioneer League, which is not affiliated with Major League Baseball (MLB) but is an MLB Partner League. They are located in Missoula, Montana, and play their home games at Ogren Park at Allegiance Field.
Beer, food, affordable tickets, and not a bad seat in the whole park.
Home of the University of Montana Grizzlies. If you're here in the fall - these games are an absolute blast!
12 moradores locais recomendam
Washington-Grizzly Stadium
32 Campus DrHome of the University of Montana Grizzlies. If you're here in the fall - these games are an absolute blast!
Home of the University of Montana Hockey games. A smaller venue but a huge amount of fun. If you've never been to a live hockey game - this is definitely worth checking out.
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Glacier Ice Rink
1101 South Ave WHome of the University of Montana Hockey games. A smaller venue but a huge amount of fun. If you've never been to a live hockey game - this is definitely worth checking out.
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Fly Shops
The Missoulian Angler Fly Shop
802 S Higgins AveKingfisher Fly Shop
926 E Broadway StGrizzly Hackle Fly Shop
215 W Front St