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Birding Near Missoula, MT

5 birding locations within 50 miles

Montana · United States

5

Locations

18+

Species

4

Habitats

2

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Missoula

Mountain birding habitat

Montana

5.5 mi away

Challenging

Maclay Flat Rec. Area

Mountain birding hotspot in Montana with 202 recorded species.

MountainForestSummerFall
Wetland birding habitat

Montana

22.2 mi away

Moderate

Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge

Wetland birding hotspot in Montana with 246 recorded species.

WetlandSummerFall
Wetland birding habitat

Montana

39.5 mi away

Moderate

Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge

Wetland birding hotspot in Montana with 238 recorded species.

WetlandSummerFall
Lake birding habitat

Montana

40.6 mi away

Moderate

Kicking Horse Reservoir

Lake birding hotspot in Montana with 209 recorded species.

LakeSummerFall
Lake birding habitat

Montana

47.1 mi away

Moderate

Browns Lake

Lake birding hotspot in Montana with 217 recorded species.

LakeSummerFall

Top Species Near Missoula

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Canada GooseMallardCommon GoldeneyeHooded MerganserCommon MerganserGadwallNorthern PintailGreen-winged TealBarrow's GoldeneyeTrumpeter SwanAmerican WigeonCackling GooseTundra SwanCommon LoonBald EagleDouble-crested CormorantRing-billed GullBufflehead

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Wetland2 locations
Lake2 locations
Mountain1 location
Forest1 location

Best Seasons:

Summer5 locations
Fall5 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Missoula, MT?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Missoula include Maclay Flat Rec. Area, Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge, Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge, Kicking Horse Reservoir, Browns Lake. These spots offer mountain, forest, wetland habitats.
What birds can I see near Missoula?▼
Birders near Missoula can spot species including Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Hooded Merganser, Common Merganser, Gadwall, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal. The area's 4 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Missoula?▼
The best seasons for birding near Missoula are Summer and Fall. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Missoula?▼
There are 5 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Missoula, MT, ranging from 5.5 to 47.1 miles from the city center.

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