Lupine Shelter
Overview
Lupine Shelter is a picnicking facility open year-round, however it is most heavily visited during the winter, when it is used by snowmobilers as a warming hut. It is an excellent location to have a picnic or a family gathering any time of year.Recreation
In winter, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing are popular activities in the snow-covered meadow surrounding the shelter.During the spring, summer and fall, a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails can be found in the area.
Facilities
In winter, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing are popular activities in the snow-covered meadow surrounding the shelter.During the spring, summer and fall, a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails can be found in the area.
Natural Features
The shelter was built in the early 1990s, as a replica of a Civilian Conservation Corps-style building. It is situated in a grassy meadow surrounded by a forest of mature pine trees at an elevation of 7,600 feet.In spring and early summer, vivid wildflowers color the meadow. A variety of birds and wildlife make their home in the area.
Nearby Attractions
The closest town is Wise River, Montana, which is about 25 miles north of the picnic area.Activities
- Wildlife Viewing
- Winter Sports
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Camping
- Biking
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