Overview
Ravalli is a village in Northwestern Montana.
3 sights · 1 places to eat
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Best things about Ravalli
Garden of One Thousand Buddhas
A stunning Tibetan Buddhist site. One thousand Buddha statues radiate in wheel spokes from a twenty-four-foot Prajnaparamita hub, in the midst of the Jocko Valley, which is, itself, no scenic slouch.
St. Ignatius Mission
Has historical roots extending to the 1830s, and some of the most beautiful church murals in Montana. The log cabin outside the main church has nuns' headstones worked into the floor and walls--an unusual feature in this…
Jocko River Trout Hatchery
A Fish, Wildlife & Parks facility that produces trout eggs for stocking all over Montana. Best to call ahead for a tour and learn more about Montana's fish management practices.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 85°F; winter lows dip to about 18°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Missoula)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- MSO Missoula Montana Airport, Missoula — 25 mi away. Directions
- FCA Glacier Park International Airport, Kalispell — 72 mi away. Directions
- GEG Spokane International Airport, Spokane — 159 mi away (major hub). Directions
U.S. Highway 93 connects Ravalli with Missoula to the south and Kalispell to the north.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Jocko River Trout Hatchery, Garden of One Thousand Buddhas
- Lunch The Bison Inn
- Afternoon St. Ignatius Mission
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Understand
Named for a 19th century missionary, Ravalli's population is under 200 people. At one time, the largest herd of bison in the United States was here.
Get in
U.S. Highway 93 connects Ravalli with Missoula to the south and Kalispell to the north.
Montana Highway 200 branches off from US 93 and heads northwest to Thompson Falls.
See
See Garden of One Thousand Buddhas
A stunning Tibetan Buddhist site. One thousand Buddha statues radiate in wheel spokes from a twenty-four-foot Prajnaparamita hub, in the midst of the Jocko Valley, which is, itself, no scenic slouch.
See St. Ignatius Mission
Has historical roots extending to the 1830s, and some of the most beautiful church murals in Montana. The log cabin outside the main church has nuns' headstones worked into the floor and walls--an unusual feature in this area.
Eat
Eat The Bison Inn
Famous for bison burgers, real huckleberry shakes, and breakfast. Much of the food is organic. Pay cash only, no credit cards.
Nearby
Polson
City / town · 11 listings · 29 mi away
Missoula
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Superior
City / town · 12 listings · 34 mi away
Seeley Lake
City / town · 4 listings · 34 mi away
Lolo
City / town · 9 listings · 34 mi away
Bigfork
City / town · 6 listings · 55 mi away
Thompson Falls
City / town · 2 listings · 59 mi away
Kalispell
City / town · 28 listings · 64 mi away
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