Few people are content merely to look at the Mission Mountains.
Maybe more than other mountain range in Montana, these jagged peaks beckon visitors to come closer and explore. It should be noted that because the trails are on the Flathead Indian Reservation, snowmobilers need special recreation permits widely available at gas stations and convenience stores on the reservation. Snowmobiling is prohibited in the Mission Mountains Wilderness Area. The ungroomed Jocko Lake Trail provides a 35-mile ride over the Missions that connects with groomed trails on the Seeley Lake side. The nearest rentals are in Kalispell and Columbia Falls.