Montana Wilderness Lodge & Outfitting, West Glacier MT

On a recent backpacking and fly fishing trip through the Bob Marshall Wilderness our group of 5 backpackers were plagued with blister issues from our first day on the trail. Several days into our trip we arrived at Big Prairie deep in the wilderness. Our group happened upon Rich McAtee of Montana Wilderness Lodge and Outfitting. He graciously talked with us and offered to pack our group out on his horses and mules which happened to be there due to him just dropping off a group of floaters along the South Fork of the Flathead River. Rich even reached out and reserved flights for our group while we were at Big Prairie. Our group spent the next two days on horseback. We stopped early the first day on horseback to fish some remote and wonderful runs along the South Fork. Rich and his crew were extremely professional and very experienced.

Once back at the lodge, Rich continued to be extremely gracious and hospitable with our situation. All the amenities and food were absolutely first class at the lodge. Rich even allowed us access to a vehicle while we stayed with him so we could drive around to various fishing locations.

It was such a delight to have had the opportunity to meet Rich, a true salt of the earth gentleman. Rich went completely out of his way to help 5 strangers who found themselves in a tough spot. If you have the good fortune of being able to plan a trip into the Bob Marshall Wilderness, I would strongly recommend using Rich to help facilitate a wonderful and relaxing time. Our group of 5 spent 3 days laboring through the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Upon meeting Rich, we were fully able to take in the true splendor of the Bob Marshall Wilderness.

Matt

My husband and I just got home from our first black bear hunt with Montana Wilderness Lodge. We had the best time and enjoyed the entire trip. It was a different experience having a lodge with food and a bed and shower but definitely the way to go! Our guide Strite was amazing we told him we would do whatever it took to have an opportunity and he took us up on it. We hiked all over the place and saw a couple of black bears but never had the opportunity to take a shot. I cannot say enough good things about the food, Regan and Kaitlin made sure there was always hot coffee, lunch to go if needed, and amazing dinners there was always plenty to eat and it was delicious! The whole staff was so accommodating and nice and took great care of us. We will definitely be back and if you are looking for an amazing public land hunt from a business that cares for its hunters you need to give them a call!