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Sanders County Area Activities and Attractions

Trail RidesSanders County abounds in beautiful Mountain trails- accessible by atv, horse, mountain bike, and of course, foot.  There is no better way to see
the magnificent splendor of the region.  The very popular and historic bike trail, Route of the Hiawatha, is just a quick, scenic, 1 hour away

Bighorn SheepWildlife will greet you throughout the county.  Including one of the West's largest gathering of Bighorn Sheep.  Visible year round from Highway 200, in-between Plains and Thompson Falls.

Hunters and Fishermen: You've found your Paradise! Black Bear, Elk, Whitetail and Mule Deer, Bighorn Sheep, Moose, Ducks, Geese, and Grouse are just some of the wildlife available.  You'll find a variety of fish in the many lakes, rivers and streams throughout the area as well.  Information on license requirements and local wildlife can be found at Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks 

 

Each Labor Day weekend, the Sanders County Fair comes to Plains and brings with it fun activities for the entire family including Carnival rides and games, arts and crafts, 4H livestock show and auction, food, parade, PRCA rodeo, and Demolition Derby.

Winter Activities

Montana winters bring with it unbelievable scenes that consist of beautiful displays of nature at it finest.
Sanders County is a popular destination for all winter action junkies, but an especial treat for snowmobilers.  The Thompson pass, located approximately 20 miles from Thompson Falls, closes each year and creates a fun and easy snowmobile adventure to the town of Murray, Idaho.  Sanders County is a quick 1 hour drive to any of these fantastic ski resorts: Lookout Pass ,  Snowbowl and Blacktail Mountain.

                    More Area Information

                        Visit these Chamber of Commerce sites:

                        Plains Montana Chamber of Commerce

                        Thompson Falls Chamber of Commerce

                        Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

School Information

 Plains- GO Horsemen!    Thompson Falls- GO Bluehawks!

 

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