PATTEE CANYON PICNIC AREA

Popular activities at this location include Biking, Camping, Hiking, and Wildlife viewing. The campground's proximity to MISSOULA offers convenient access to additional outdoor recreation opportunities in the Montana region.

Located in MISSOULA, Montana, PATTEE CANYON PICNIC AREA provides bookable camping options for visitors exploring America's public lands. Contact the site directly for real-time availability and current conditions.

Overview The Pattee Canyon Picnic Area offers family picnic sites available for free, along with three group picnic sites available by reservation. The picnic area is open July 1 through Labor Day.Recreation The Pattee Canyon Recreation Area is a popular spot for day hikes, mountain biking, horseback riding and picnicking. There are several trailheads in the area. Cross-country skiing is popular in the area during winter months. Facilities The picnic area offers several individual- and group-sized picnic sites. The roads are paved and the group sites have trash collection receptacles and accessible vault toilets. Drinking water is not available at the picnic area. A host may be on-site during summer months. Natural Features Set in a wooded canyon east of Missoula, at 4,100 feet, the picnic site is pleasantly shaded by large ponderosa pine trees. Nearby Attractions Pattee Canyon Picnic Area is located four miles southeast of Missoula.

From I-90 in Missoula, take the Orange Street exit #104 and travel south. Turn left onto West Front Street and go 0.2 miles to South Higgins Avenue, then turn right. Continue on South Higgins Avenue for about 2.7 miles to Pattee Canyon Road, then turn left. On Pattee Canyon Road, travel 4 miles heading (east) up the canyon. Look for the Pattee Canyon Picnic Area sign and entrance.