The Majestic Mission Mountains: The Flathead Valley

The Majestic Mission Mountains day drive in the Flathead Valley is a 65-mile route that travels from Ravalli to Bigfork, Montana. The area is right between the Stunning Flathead Lake and the expansive Flathead National Forest.

There are remarkable, sweeping mountain vistas that showcase the massive Mission Mountains. The Mission Range's highest point, McDonald Peak, is visible for the whole duration of the road trip.

It also offers fantastic opportunities to venture off the path for some sightseeing and hiking.

The drive highlights the Flathead Indian Reservation, National Bison Range, Ninepipes National Wildlife Refuge, Pablo National Wildlife Refuge, multiple cherry orchards, vineyards, Swan Lake, and Flathead Lake State Park's Finley Point and Yellow Bay.

Optional excursions include: Hiking the Bear Dance Trailhead Hiking the Flathead Lake Interpretive Trail #77 Hiking the Swan River Nature Trailhead You can take the drive in its entirety over about five hours, or you can extend it for a couple of days for a weekend full of adventure!

Some camping opportunities in the area are the Ravalli Campground, the Blue Bay Campground, and the Outback Montan Campground.

If you're interested in expanding your road trip, you can add the Old-Growth Forests in Yaak River Country day drive to your adventure.

Use caution when driving, wear your seatbelt, and don't exceed the speed limit.