Trout Creek, Montana - Huckleberry Capital
Scenery you'll change states for. . . Nestled in the Clark Fork River Valley, Trout Creek, Montana is approximately 115 miles northwest of Missoula, and 66 miles East of Sandpoint, Idaho. Loaded with small town charm and friendly people, Trout Creek seems an oasis of Montanan hospitality. The scenery is fantastic, attracting browsing wildlife, while rushing mountain streams and crystal clear blue alpine lakes are exhilarating. Trout Creek is neighbored by millions of National Forest owned acres, providing recreation opportunities extraordinaire for camping, wildlife viewing, berry and mushroom picking, and much more! The Clark Fork River, tributary of the Columbia winds the length of the valley that is Sanders County. The gentle waters of the Clark Fork River are habit for trout and bass, and great for water sports with three public reservoirs. Sanders County encompasses The Cabinet Mountain Wilderness and three national forests. Day trips would be Glacier National Park, The Ross Creek Cedars, Grave's Creek Falls, Lake Pend Oreille, and many more 'outdoor enthusiasts' attractions. This peaceful portion of Montana with its lush valleys, majestic mountains, clear lakes and clean rushing streams, offers a tranquil lifestyle away from industry, congestion and pollution.
Trout Creek's services are those of a large center with unique shops and small businesses. Self-proclaimed Huckleberry Capital of The World, Trout Creek's own Huckleberry Thicket, a family-owned business/restaurant, serves great food and sells nearly any huckleberry product you can envision. The 'Naughty' Pine Bar/Restaurant, serves the best fried halibut around and a large selection of additional tasty treats. Various other small town stores make Trout Creek home, including two motels, five restaurants, two gas stations, two convenience/grocery stores, and more! Only 15-20 away is Thompson Falls, and access to Harvest Foods for those bigger grocery shopping needs.
Quaint communities lie tucked away in the valleys and settled along the banks of both the Clark Fork River and the Flathead River. These towns are close enough for comfort, but far enough apart for an uncrowded atmosphere. Realty Northwest proudly represents Montana real estate in these communities, as well as communities in Lincoln and Mineral counties of Northwest Montana.
Missoula, Montana - Garden City
Missoula County, Montana covers approximately 2,600 square miles in the western part of the state. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
Missoula County has a population of over 100,000 people and the county seat is Missoula. With a population of around 57000, Missoula is a vibrant community with great diversity providing many opportunities for new businesses, families, and individuals seeking to experience the Montana quality of life. Nestled in the Rocky Mountains of western Montana, Missoula is one of the west's most sophisticated smaller cities. Industries that support Missoula include: wood products, government, medical, education, small business and tourism.
Recreational opportunities in Missoula are abundant and compliment the Montana life. Missoula is rich in cultural attractions ranging from symphony, arts, live theatre, historical museums, shops, galleries and numerous sporting activities and events. Within a couple miles of Missoula, outdoor enthusiasts can experience several recreational opportunities complimented by our four seasons in the millions of acres of wilderness and recreation area.
In addition to the county seat, Missoula county is also home to Bonner, Clinton, East Missoula, Frenchtown, Lolo, and Seeley Lake. For more information on Missoula County, please see the Missoula Chamber website or the Missoula County website at: www.co.missoula.mt.us/
For information on schools in Missoula County please see the Missoula County Schools website.
"And in the end it's not the years in your life that count.
It's the life in your years." Abraham Lincoln
Thompson Falls, Montana
Located in the Clark Fork Valley approximately 100 miles NW of Missoula, Thompson Falls is surrounded by millions of acres of National Forest providing endless recreation opportunities for camping, wild life viewing, berry & mushroom picking, and much more! The reservoir created by the Thompson Falls Dam on the Clark Fork River provides uncrowded fishing, boating, swimming and other water recreation. Several boat accesses are available. The Clark Fork River, a tributary of the Columbia runs the length of the Valley in Sanders County, and is made ideal for water sports by three reservoirs open to the public. The county encompasses the cabinet Mountain Wilderness and three national forests. Within close proximity are Glacier National Park, the Ross Creek Giant Cedars, Flathead Lake and Lake Pend Oreille. This quiet portion of Montana with its lush green Valleys, rugged mountains, lakes and streams offer a lifestyle of tranquility away from the centers of large industry, congestion, and pollution. Quaint Communities lie nestled in the valleys and along the banks of both the Clark Fork River and the Flathead River close enough for comfort yet far enough apart to feel uncrowded. Centrally located within Sanders County, Thompson Falls is the largest community, as well as the county seat.
With a population of around 2100, Thompson Falls is the perfect sized community for those who enjoy a small town atmosphere, with all the amenities needed for a comfortable lifestyle!
Thompson Falls was named after David Thompson, the British explorer, geographer and fur trader. He was called the Koo Koo Sint (star gazer) by the Indians. David established the Saleesh House a fur trading post, in 1809. The Saleesh House was used until the 1820s rather sporadically, and usually only by employees. Nothing exists of the Saleesh House today.
There wasn't much activity in the area until the coming of the railroad in 1881. The inhabitants of Thompson Falls felt they were being neglected by the Northern Pacific Railroad, so they decided to get attention for themselves. They piled logs on the railway, forcing the train to stop. The townspeople then boarded the train to persuade passengers to settle in Thompson Falls. One of the crew stayed behind and built the first home within the present town site. Soon after in 1883, the gold rush hit Couer D'Alene mines came and the town grew to accommodate the men going over the Murray trail to the mines. In 1885 John Russell bought 40 acres and platted the townsite.
Thompson Falls sits on the scenic Clark Fork River and is also named for the river's natural falls. You can enjoy this setting at Thompson Falls State Park. Visit other attractions in the area including the Historic Jail Museum, Wild Goose Landing Park and Recreation Center, Bighorn Sheep Viewing Station and the scenic Blue Slide area.
Thompson Falls has the mildest climate in Montana. At an elevation of 2419', Thompson Falls has an average of 20 inches of precipitation per year, and an average of 115 frost free days. It is known as part of the "Banana Belt" of NW Montana. The climate along with its breathtaking scenery make Thompson Falls an ideal place to live, or visit.
Thompson Falls offers most of the services of a large center with a good selection of businesses and unique shops. There are nine churches, several clubs and organizations to choose from. Thompson Falls residents enjoy the mildest climate in the state of Montana.
Recreational Facilities include tennis courts, a swimming pool, ball diamonds, horseshoe pits, and a bowling alley. Timber and agriculture have sustained Thompson Falls for some time, but the main reason people stay is the serenity and beauty of the surrounding area.
Refer to the Services List for services and amenities available in Sanders County. Highlighted in red are Trout Creek services. For information on other Northwest Montana towns, please visit www.realty-northwest.net.
