Things to Do
Places to Go Around SW Montana
Things to Do
Near Boulder Creek Lodge
Fishing
Boulder Creek
(On Site)
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Type: Small mountain stream
Fish Species: Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout
Notes: Perfect for fly fishing, beginners, and kids. Easy access right from the lodge.
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Rock Creek
Distance: ~15 minutes
Type: Blue Ribbon Trout Stream
Fish Species: Rainbow, Brown, Cutthroat Trout
Notes: Legendary fly fishing destination. Ideal for dry fly and wade fishing.
Flint Creek
Distance: ~10 minutes
Type: Small river
Fish Species: Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
Notes: A quiet gem with less traffic than Rock Creek. Easy access points.
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Georgetown Lake
Distance: ~20 minutes
Type: Alpine lake
Fish Species: Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, Kokanee Salmon
Notes: Excellent for shoreline or boat fishing. Ice fishing hotspot in winter.
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Clark Fork River
Distance: ~15 minutes
Type: Large river
Fish Species: Rainbow, Brown, Cutthroat Trout
Notes: Best accessed by drift boat. Great for full-day float trips with local guides.
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East Fork Reservoir
Distance: ~25 minutes
Type: Quiet reservoir
Fish Species: Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout
Notes: Peaceful and scenic, great for a relaxed afternoon of fishing.
Biking
Discovery
Bike Park
Distance: ~20 minutes
Type: Lift-served downhill mountain biking
Features: Machine-built trails, technical singletrack, skills area.
Notes: Weekend operation in summer. Great for riders of all levels. Rentals available on site.​
Local Singletrack Trails
Distance: 5–30 minutes
Examples: Echo Lake Loop, Racetrack Trail, Deer Lodge National Forest
Type: Cross-country and backcountry singletrack.
Terrain: Forested, rocky, with big views and flowy sections.
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Gravel Riding & Mountain Road
Access: Right from the lodge
Routes: Boulder Creek Rd, Rock Creek Rd, Fred Burr
Lake Rd
Terrain: Smooth gravel, low-traffic mountain passes.
Notes: Ideal for gravel grinders or anyone looking for peaceful, scenic pedaling.
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Water Activities
Georgetown Lake
Located about 20 minutes from BCL you can spend a day paddling under the sun, an evening soaking in a Montana sunset and so much more.
Available Activities:
Stand-Up Paddleboards
Single & Tandem Kayaks
Sunset Cruises
Swimming & more
Notes: Great for families, with calm waters, mountain views, and plenty of shoreline to explore.
