Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge
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
Auto Tour Route - CMR National Wildlife Refuge, Auto Tour Route, Winifred, MT, USA
Distance: 0.16 mi (straight line)
James Kipp Campground, Winifred, MT, USA
Distance: 0.86 mi (straight line)
American Prairie Antelope Creek Campground, DY Junction, MT, USA
Distance: 7.14 mi (straight line)
85VGRX2M+HF
Distance: 19.56 mi (straight line)
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Miner's Club, Whitcomb Street, Zortman, MT, USA
Distance: 20.53 mi (straight line)
Zortman Motel & Garage, Whitcomb Street, Zortman, MT, USA
Distance: 20.56 mi (straight line)
Camp Creek Campground, Zortman, MT, USA
Distance: 21.44 mi (straight line)
Winifred Grocery, Main Street, Winifred, MT, USA
Distance: 33.18 mi (straight line)
Stafford Ferry, Lloyd Road, Winifred, MT, USA
Distance: 34.03 mi (straight line)
Judith Landing Campground, Big Sandy, MT, USA
Distance: 44.93 mi (straight line)
551 Pn Bridge Rd, Winifred, MT 59489, USA
Distance: 45.17 mi (straight line)
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