Smokejumper Visitor Center

GIFT SHOP, MUSEUM, NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, SPECIALTY TOUR | Missoula

The Smokejumper Visitor Center, located in Missoula, Montana, is part of one of the largest smokejumper bases in the country. The Smokejumper Visitor Center provides a unique and interactive opportunity to learn about this demanding and important occupation. The free tour of the facility includes a visit to the Smokejumper loft, the ready room, and the National Smokejumper memorial. There is also a gift shop and museum, which includes a fire lookout tower originally built in 1938. During the summer, Smokejumper aircraft are also present, and visitors may even see Smokejumpers dispatched to a fire.

Memorial Day to Labor Day 2025, Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 am-4 pm

To verify availability please call 406-329-4934, or email us at smokejumpercenter@gmail.com.

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  • ART
  • CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES
  • EDUCATION
  • EXHIBIT
  • HERITAGE
  • HISTORY
  • MUSEUM
  • PHOTOGRAPHY
  • SCULPTURE
  • TOUR
  • AIR CONDITIONING
  • BOOKS
  • CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES
  • GIFT SHOP
  • HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE
  • INSTRUCTION
  • MAPS
  • MERCHANDISE
  • PARKING
  • PUBLIC RESTROOM
  • TOUR
  • Located in Missoula, take Airway Boulevard Exit off the Interstate and follow signs to the Smokejumper Base located 1/4 mile west of the airport.

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