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St. Ignatius Mission

St. Ignatius, MT

History

An 1891 brick mission church with 58 interior murals painted by a Jesuit brother, set against the Mission Mountains. It is just off US-93 in the Flathead Reservation town of St. Ignatius; donations welcome.

Nearest town
St. Ignatius, MT
Category
History & culture
GPS
47.3150, -114.0940

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • North Fork Jocko CampgroundCampsite
    15 mi from St. Ignatius Mission
  • Diamond S RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    16 mi from St. Ignatius Mission
    Motorhomes
  • Lindbergh Lake CampgroundCampsite
    18 mi from St. Ignatius Mission
  • Kreis Pond CampgroundCampsite
    21 mi from St. Ignatius Mission
  • Jim & Mary's RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    24 mi from St. Ignatius Mission · 74 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • Granite Peak RV ResortMotorhome stopover
    25 mi from St. Ignatius Mission
    Motorhomes

All campsites in Montana · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is St. Ignatius Mission?

St. Ignatius Mission is in St. Ignatius, MT, at GPS 47.3150, -114.0940. It is about 26 mi from Polson.

Can you camp near St. Ignatius Mission?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is North Fork Jocko Campground, about 15 mi away; within 25 mi there are 15 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass St. Ignatius Mission?

St. Ignatius Mission is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Missoula to Whitefish via the Bison Range and Flathead Lake.

What is there to see near St. Ignatius Mission?

Places worth a stop nearby: CSKT Bison Range (8 mi), Wayfarers State Park (51 mi), Conrad Mansion Museum (62 mi) and Goat Lick Overlook (69 mi).

When is the best time to visit St. Ignatius Mission?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)