The Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge offers access to some of the most remote and pristine lands in the Lower 48 States. The 1.1-million-acre refuge is home to elk, mule deer, and antelope as well as sage grouse, sharp-tailed grouse, mountain plovers, chestnut-collared longspurs, and prairie falcons.
Passing through on July 31, 1806, Lewis and his large detachment “fell in with a large herd of Elk” of which they took 15. They also killed 14 deer on this day. Today, the Slippery Ann Elk Viewing Area is at the west end of the refuge along the Auto Tour.
Activities include over-night camping, hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and biking. Be prepared for weather extremes, no water, and impassable roads when wet.
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles-m-russell
(406) 538-8706
James Kipp Campground, Winifred, MT, USA
Distance: 0.86 mi (straight line)
RV and Camping Outdoor Experiences
View Listing
American Prairie Antelope Creek Campground, DY Junction, MT, USA
Distance: 7.14 mi (straight line)
RV and Camping Outdoor Experiences Walks and Hikes
View Listing
85VGRX2M+HF
Distance: 19.56 mi (straight line)
LC Features Outdoor Experiences Viewpoints RV and Camping Walks and Hikes
View Listing
W9V6+CG Hays, MT, USA
Distance: 21.23 mi (straight line)
Festivals and Events Tribal Experiences
View Listing
Lodge Pole, MT, USA
Distance: 28.23 mi (straight line)
Festivals and Events Tribal Experiences
View Listing
85VJH458+QX
Distance: 37.24 mi (straight line)
Outdoor Experiences Walks and Hikes
View Listing
Buffalo Camp, Malta, MT, USA
Distance: 42.70 mi (straight line)
RV and Camping Outdoor Experiences Walks and Hikes
View Listing
85VGP9JR+48
Distance: 43.99 mi (straight line)
Lodging Outdoor Experiences Viewpoints
View Listing
Judith Landing Campground, Big Sandy, MT, USA
Distance: 44.93 mi (straight line)
302 W Main St Lewistown, MT 59457
Distance: 52.94 mi (straight line)
Museums and Interpretive Centers
View Listing
Lewis & Clark Camp, Big Sandy, MT, USA
Distance: 54.94 mi (straight line)
Outdoor Experiences RV and Camping LC Features
View Listing
Bear Paw Battlefield - Nez Perce, Chinook, MT, USA
Distance: 56.78 mi (straight line)
Outdoor Experiences Walks and Hikes Tribal Experiences
View Listing
Fort Belknap Pow-Wow, Fort Belknap Agency, MT 59526, USA
Distance: 57.66 mi (straight line)
Festivals and Events Tribal Experiences
View Listing
Fort Belknap Pow-Wow, Harlem, MT, USA
Distance: 57.66 mi (straight line)
Tribal Experiences Festivals and Events
View Listing
Trafton Park Campground, Malta, MT, USA
Distance: 62.36 mi (straight line)
85VFWW7R+VQ
Distance: 67.08 mi (straight line)
LC Features Outdoor Experiences Walks and Hikes Viewpoints RV and Camping
View Listing
Blaine County Museum, Indiana Street, Chinook, Blaine County, MT, USA
Distance: 70.73 mi (straight line)
Museums and Interpretive Centers
View Listing
XVPP+8W Coal Banks Landing, MT, USA
Distance: 70.98 mi (straight line)
Outdoor Experiences Viewpoints
View ListingOur bi-weekly newsletter provides news, history, and information for those interested in traveling along along the Lewis & Clark Trail.