Missoula Outdoors Events

Missoula Outdoors is a club and community of people of all ages and of all origins that hosts outdoor events like hiking trips and river floats lead by local organizers! We are an inclusive group! Everyone is welcome!

Questions and Suggestions:
[email protected]
732-272-6878

Off Trail Cross Country Ski: Lolo Hot Springs to Fish Creek
Saturday, Feb 14th, 10 am
Lolo Hot Springs Parking Lot

What to expect: 
- Hosted by Tom Statz
- A moderately challenging off trail XC ski tour.
- 8 mi and 1000 ft elevation gain, 4ish hours - Intermediate and Expert Skiers only

- Beautiful Ponderosa and Lodgepole Pine forest with unique geology.
- BYO Skis and Equipment

Waterworks Trail Noon Hike
Tuesday, Feb 17th, 12 pm
Waterworks Greenough Dr Trailhead

What to expect: 
- Hosted by Luke Hayduk
-An easy hike at a brisk pace along the southern rolling hills of the Rattlesnake Mountains.
- 2.5 mi and 500 ft elevation gain, 1 hour

- Panoramic views of Missoula

Ski/Snowboard at Discovery
Sunday, Feb 21st, 9:30 am
Discovery Ski Area or Carpool

What to expect:
- Hosted by Luke Hayduk
- Ski with a group of people of all skill levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Expert.
- Take runs with people of your own skill level! 
- Group runs near the end of the day!
- Price of a lift ticket not covered. Approx $80 ea.

- BYO Skis/Snowboard + Equipment
- We can help you find gear rentals!

Blue Mountain Morning Hike
Monday, March 2nd, 10 am
Blue Mountain Rec Area Trailhead

What to expect:
- A hike along rolling hills and up to a viewpoint at Blue Mountain Recreational Area.
- 3 mi and 500 ft elevation gain, 1 hour

- Panoramic views of Missoula

March: Snowshoe at Lolo Pass
Saturday, March 7th, 1 pm
Lolo Pass Parking Lot or Carpool

What to expect:
- A short uphill snowshoe atop rolling hills with plenty of snow near the MT/ID border.
- 3.5 mi and 450 ft elevation gain, 2.5ish hours

- Panoramic views of the Bitterroot Mountains
- Snowshoe rental available!

Mt. Sentinel South Noon Hike
Wednesday, March 16th, 5:30 pm
Mt. Sentinel SOUTH Trailhead

What to expect:
- An uphill hike along the southern ridge of Mt. Sentinel South.
- 2.2 mi and 900 ft elevation gain, 1.5ish hours

- Panoramic views of Missoula
- Ice traction may be required.

March: Ski at Snowbowl
Saturday, March 21st, 9:30 am
Snowbowl Parking Lot or Carpool

What to expect: 
- Hosted by Luke Hayduk
- Ski with a group of people of all skill levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Expert.
- Take runs with people of your own skill level! - Group runs near the end of the day!
- Price of a lift ticket not covered. Approx $80 ea.
- BYO Skis/Snowboard + Equipment
- We can help you find gear rentals!

April: Hike or Snowshoe at Blodgett Overlook
Sunday, April 5th, 10 am
Canyon Creek Trailhead or Carpool

What to expect:
- A short uphill snowshoe atop rolling hills with plenty of snow near the MT/ID border.
- 2.5 mi and 850 ft elevation gain, 2.5ish hours

- Panoramic views of the Bitterroot Mountains
- Snowshoe rental available!

2026 Hiking Trips
Morning of Afternoon Hike
May - Sept, 2026

Do you live in Missoula and want to meet other local folks? Email us to show your interest in a hike next spring, summer, or/and fall! Dates to be planned and announced over the winter.

Check back for more trips throughout the summer!