Blue Mountain Recreation Area
Blue Mountain Rd, Missoula, MT 59804
50 miles of trails
Explore the expansive trails in Missoula's Blue Mountain Recreation Area, a 5,200-acre spot in Montana. Off-leash dogs under voice control access shade, water stations, parking, restrooms, and trash cans along 50+ miles of multi-use paths.
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- Park
- Blue Mountain Recreation Area
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Missoula, Montana
- Coordinates
- 46.7986, -114.1306
- Trail miles
- 50
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (920 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:Yes
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 920 reviewers
- · Off-leash zone
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
5,200-acre Lolo NF rec area with 50+ miles of multi-use trails. Off-leash voice-control on most trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Off-leash
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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