Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge

Cross-country skiing is allowed on the auto tour road and trails. No free roaming on other refuge lands is allowed.

Fishing areas are open to anglers in accordance with State regulations and seasons.  Fishing on the Refuge is only allowed from the banks of both Myrtle and Deep Creek. Night fishing access is permitted on the banks of Deep Creek only.  Boats are prohibited from entering the mouth of...

Four hiking trails offer visitors a chance to enjoy the diverse habitats on the refuge.

Bicycles are allowed on the auto tour road only.  Prohibited on all trails throughout the refuge.

Hunting of big game, upland bird species, and waterfowl is permitted in accordance with state and federal regulations on portions of the refuge.  

Visitors are welcome to drive, walk, bicycle, snowshoe, or ski the 4.5-mile auto tour route.  Leashed dog walking is allowed on the ATR.  This one-way gravel road travels along Myrtle Creek, Refuge wetlands, and open grasslands for a chance to view wildlife.  The ATR is closed to...

Wildlife observation and photography are available from the four trails, the Auto Tour Route, the gazebo overlooking Cascade Pond, and overlooks along the county road. In addition, a photoblind is available on a first come, first serve basis.

Snowshoeing is allowed on the auto tour road and hiking trails only.  Closed to this activity in all other areas.

Wildlife observation and photography are available from the four trails, the Auto Tour Route, the gazebo overlooking Cascade Pond, and overlooks along the county road. The kiosk at refuge headquarters is equipped with two spotting scopes and offers good views of Greenwing Pond, Snipe Pond,...