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Ronan

In the beautiful, sprawling and lush Mission Valley set against the majestic backdrop of the jagged Mission Mountains, Ronan serves as the area's agricultural hub.

Ronan is surrounded by spectacular landscapes and truly timeless scenes of authentic Montana. This rustic community is located on the Flathead Indian Reservation just minutes from Flathead Lake—the largest freshwater lake West of the Mississippi.

Ronan attractions include the Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge, set just of U.S. Highway 93 with the Mission Mountains to the east providing a dramatic backdrop. This sweeping, serene setting of wetlands and upland grasses includes over 800 glacial potholes and a 1,770-acre reservoir plus more than 200 species of birds. Driving on Ninepipe Road, which crosses the dam that creates Ninepipe Reservoir, is available year-round. Walking is limited on the refuge as water comprises over 80% of the area.

Kicking Horse Reservoir is another Ronan natural gem conveniently located along US-93 at the base of the Mission Mountains, which are flawlessly mirrored in the water. The Mission Mountain Golf Course provides a stunning golf location, and Muley Bluz Cowboy Toys is an aesthetically unique and eclectic shop for all things “cowboy.”

Just over 20 minutes northeast of Ronan, the 18,766-acre CSKT Bison Range is home to 350+ head of bison, plus deer, elk, pronghorn antelope and more, all against a tranquil Montana backdrop.

Ronan is a full-service community with hospital, schools, hardware stores, grocery stores, fairgrounds, a community center, and the Ronan Arch over Main Street, offering a warm welcome to it all.

Hospitals

Transportation

Population

2,138 (2022)

Elevation

3,048’

Climate

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Average High

33

38

47

56

65

73

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82

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21

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Public Lands

Accommodations

The nearby community of Polson offers a large number and wide array of accommodations, including bed and breakfasts, hotels, motels, vacation homes and RV parks. Click here for options.

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Wheat Harvest in the Mission Valley
Wheat Harvest in the Mission Valley  Photo: MOTBD
Fall in the Mission Valley
Fall in the Mission Valley  Photo: Andy Austin
Mission Valley
Mission Valley  Photo: MOTBD
Mission Valley
Mission Valley
Entering Downtown Ronan
Entering Downtown Ronan  Photo: Andy Austin
Mission Valley
Mission Valley
Mission Valley
Mission Valley
Ronan and the Mission Range
Ronan and the Mission Range  Photo: Andy Austin
RONAN
RONAN  Photo: CHRIS SAWICKI
MAIN STREET
MAIN STREET  Photo: CHRIS SAWICKI