Lost Trail Wildlife Refuge

Lost Trail Wildlife Refuge west of Kalispell offers year-round opportunities to watch migratory birds, a resident elk herd, and other wildlife. In 2022, the refuge added 38 thousand acres with the addition of the Lost Trail Conservation Area, which now includes a dozen designated hiking trails through the seasonal wetlands. Several gated roads make for excellent biking or walking, and the open landscape lets you wander to your heart’s content. To learn more about Lost Creek Wildlife Refuge, unique hikes across the state, and Wild Montana’s work protecting wild places, visit hikewildmontana.org.