Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge

Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge spans 4,027 acres of wetlands and grasslands, featuring a central reservoir surrounded by numerous small ponds and prairie vegetation.

The land was initially set aside in 1910 for irrigation purposes, before its official designation as a National Wildlife Refuge by Executive Order 3503 in 1921.

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes maintain strong connections to these lands, managing fishery resources and contributing to conservation efforts within the refuge.

Visitors can access the refuge directly from U.S. Highway 93, where they can participate in wildlife observation, photography, fishing, hiking, and seasonal winter activities.

The refuge contains hundreds of glacial pothole wetlands, creating an intricate network of habitats for waterfowl breeding and staging throughout the Mission Valley.

Location: Montana

Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/nine-pipe

GPS coordinates: 47.44250,-114.11900

Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:55