Sawmill Loft Guidebook
Food Scene
Biga Pizza
241 W Main StExcellent, creative, brick-oven pizza located in downtown Missoula.
One of our favorite local coffee shops located conveniently on the east end of Missoula
64 locals recommend
Black Coffee Roasting Company
525 E Spruce StOne of our favorite local coffee shops located conveniently on the east end of Missoula
The Top Hat
134 W Front StA local favorite - great menu
Big Dipper Ice Cream (located on Higgins in Missoula) is a local favorite on a summer day. There can be quite a line, but the crowd is friendly and the unique flavors make it worth the wait.
76 locals recommend
Big Dipper Ice Cream
631 S Higgins AveBig Dipper Ice Cream (located on Higgins in Missoula) is a local favorite on a summer day. There can be quite a line, but the crowd is friendly and the unique flavors make it worth the wait.
Bridge Pizza
600 S Higgins AvePaul's Pancake Parlor
2305 Brooks StFive on Black
325 N Higgins AvePlonk Missoula
322 N Higgins AveGreat restaurant - a local favorite.
A great place to pick up some deliciously savory soup and sandwiches. We enjoy Soup Farm takeout - no need to cook dinner when we get home. We enjoy their creative vegetarian options.
9 locals recommend
SoupFarm
901 North Orange StreetA great place to pick up some deliciously savory soup and sandwiches. We enjoy Soup Farm takeout - no need to cook dinner when we get home. We enjoy their creative vegetarian options.
Poor Henry's Bar
19150 US Hwy 10 EExcellent pizza and specials. Conveniently located off I-90 at Clinton.
Entertainment
KettleHouse Amphitheater
605 Cold Smoke LaneCheck out live music offerings online at Logjam Presents
The Roxy Theater
718 S Higgins AveThe Wilma Theater
131 S Higgins AveCheck out live music offerings at Logjam Presents
The Top Hat
134 W Front StA great menu and venue for live entertainment
If you're spending time in downtown Missoula it's always fun to watch people surfing the wave from the bridge on Higgins Avenue.
23 locals recommend
Brennan's Wave
Riverfront TrailIf you're spending time in downtown Missoula it's always fun to watch people surfing the wave from the bridge on Higgins Avenue.
Getting Outside
Trail 10 offers beautiful views up and down Rock Creek Valley. At first glance it appears very steep but it quickly moderates to a more gradual and steady climb with some switchbacks. It offers lovely views within the first mile and the opportunity to hike for several miles if desired.
The well marked trailhead can be found at approximately mile 2 on Rock Creek Road. There is a small parking area directly across the road from the start of the trail.
Babcock Mountain Trail #10 Trailhead
Rock Creek RoadTrail 10 offers beautiful views up and down Rock Creek Valley. At first glance it appears very steep but it quickly moderates to a more gradual and steady climb with some switchbacks. It offers lovely views within the first mile and the opportunity to hike for several miles if desired.
The well marked trailhead can be found at approximately mile 2 on Rock Creek Road. There is a small parking area directly across the road from the start of the trail.
The Welcome Creek Trailhead offers a classic swinging pedestrian bridge over Rock Creek. It is a wonderful place to hang out, particularly on a hot summer afternoon or evening. There is an outhouse at the trailhead. The trail itself is a gradual walk up a tight valley. The trail is only lightly maintained. If you choose to explore the trail, wear long pants and embrace the adventure.
This more southerly stretch of Rock Creek Road that leads to the swinging bridge at Welcome Creek Trailhead is unpaved and somewhat more rugged than the lower stretches of
Rock Creek Road.
Welcome Creek Trailhead
County Road 102The Welcome Creek Trailhead offers a classic swinging pedestrian bridge over Rock Creek. It is a wonderful place to hang out, particularly on a hot summer afternoon or evening. There is an outhouse at the trailhead. The trail itself is a gradual walk up a tight valley. The trail is only lightly maintained. If you choose to explore the trail, wear long pants and embrace the adventure.
This more southerly stretch of Rock Creek Road that leads to the swinging bridge at Welcome Creek Trailhead is unpaved and somewhat more rugged than the lower stretches of
Rock Creek Road.
Jerry Johnson Hot Springs is a primitive hot spring located just across the state border in Idaho. It is a beautiful 2-hour drive and a 2.6 mile out and back hike from the parking area. It has multiple pools and a hot waterfall. It is best visited in fall and winter. Spring high water can temporarily wash out some of the pools. There is another hot spring a few miles up the road (Wier Hot Spring). Driving instructions and more information on both of these hot springs can be found on multiple websites including AllTrails.
15 locals recommend
Jerry Johnson Hot Springs
Jerry Johnson Hot Springs is a primitive hot spring located just across the state border in Idaho. It is a beautiful 2-hour drive and a 2.6 mile out and back hike from the parking area. It has multiple pools and a hot waterfall. It is best visited in fall and winter. Spring high water can temporarily wash out some of the pools. There is another hot spring a few miles up the road (Wier Hot Spring). Driving instructions and more information on both of these hot springs can be found on multiple websites including AllTrails.
Garnet Ghost Town provides visitors with an amazing glimpse into the past. Search Garnet Ghost Town online for more information.
22 locals recommend
Garnet Ghost Town
Garnet Ghost Town provides visitors with an amazing glimpse into the past. Search Garnet Ghost Town online for more information.
Runner's Edge
304 N Higgins AveCheck out Runner's Edge and Run Wild Missoula for a schedule of local running events
Fishing
Located at mile 1 on Rock Creek Road, the Mercantile is a great place to get honest fishing advise, a few flies, and a sample of some Montana brews.
Rock Creek Fisherman's Mercantile & Motel
73 Rock Creek RdLocated at mile 1 on Rock Creek Road, the Mercantile is a great place to get honest fishing advise, a few flies, and a sample of some Montana brews.
Groceries
Full service grocery. Many organic options. Fantastic hot/cold buffet for take-out.
79 locals recommend
Good Food Store
1600 S 3rd St WFull service grocery. Many organic options. Fantastic hot/cold buffet for take-out.
Clark Fork Market
101 Carousel DrAlbertsons on Broadway is the closest full-service grocery store. Also consider the closer but smaller option - - Clinton Market.
37 locals recommend
Albertsons
1003 E Broadway StAlbertsons on Broadway is the closest full-service grocery store. Also consider the closer but smaller option - - Clinton Market.
Clinton Market is the nearest "nearly full service" grocery store, located on I-90 just 6 miles east of the Rock Creek Road exit. It is the nearest place where you can pick up just about anything you need.
Clinton Market
20500 Old Hwy 10Clinton Market is the nearest "nearly full service" grocery store, located on I-90 just 6 miles east of the Rock Creek Road exit. It is the nearest place where you can pick up just about anything you need.
Breweries
A great brewery with outdoor and indoor seating. Check their website for the food truck schedule
77 locals recommend
Draught Works
915 Toole AveA great brewery with outdoor and indoor seating. Check their website for the food truck schedule
A brewery in the heart of downtown Missoula with indoor and outdoor seating and a full menu.
15 locals recommend
Conflux Brewing Company
210 N Pattee StA brewery in the heart of downtown Missoula with indoor and outdoor seating and a full menu.
Imagine Nation Brewing Co
1151 W Broadway StTamarack Brewing Co
231 W Front StLocated in Bonner, just east of Missoula off Interstate 90, this is the closest brewery to Sawmill Loft. They do not serve food but will sometimes have a food truck on site. Please call or check their website for up-to-date information.
44 locals recommend
KettleHouse Amphitheater
605 Cold Smoke LaneLocated in Bonner, just east of Missoula off Interstate 90, this is the closest brewery to Sawmill Loft. They do not serve food but will sometimes have a food truck on site. Please call or check their website for up-to-date information.
Alpine Skiing
Snowbowl is Missoula's local ski hill. It is located 12 miles northwest of Missoula. Please check their website for current conditions.
58 locals recommend
Snowbowl
1700 Snow Bowl RdSnowbowl is Missoula's local ski hill. It is located 12 miles northwest of Missoula. Please check their website for current conditions.
Discovery Ski Area is located here in Granite county. It is situated near the towns of Philipsburg and Anaconda. It has runs to satisfy every level of skier. Please check their website for more information.
54 locals recommend
Discovery Ski Area
180 Discovery Basin RdDiscovery Ski Area is located here in Granite county. It is situated near the towns of Philipsburg and Anaconda. It has runs to satisfy every level of skier. Please check their website for more information.
Lost Trail ski area lies on the border between Montana and Idaho near Sula, MT. Please check their website for current conditions and additional information.
43 locals recommend
Lost Trail Powder Mountain
Lost Trail ski area lies on the border between Montana and Idaho near Sula, MT. Please check their website for current conditions and additional information.