Recreation Region: Ninemile Area
Petty Creek Bighorn Sheep Viewing Site
This is a good place to view bighorn sheep, which feed on the grassy slopes and find safety on the canyon cliffs and talus slopes. Hike the 0.5 mile gravel trail that winds up through the talus rock and Douglas-fir and look for bighorns, pika and rock wrens at the top of the trail.
General Information
Please view our Visitor Guidelines.
Getting There
Directions
From Missoula, drive 25 miles west on Interstate 90 to the Petty Creek exit. Take Petty Creek south 5 miles to a roadside pull-off and trailhead.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
