About Us

Land Acknowledgment

In partnership with Séliš-Ql̓ispé Cultural Committee, Parks and Recreation drafted this Land Acknowledgement Statement to honor the Indigenous Peoples who have inhabited the land in the Missoula valley:

The City of Missoula acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish, Kootenai, and Kalispel people. Today, we honor the path they have always shown us in caring for this place for the generations to come.

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About Parks and Recreation

Missoula Parks & Recreation is at the heart of an active, connected, and thriving community. We care for more than 500 acres of developed parks, 5,000 acres of conservation lands, and 22 miles of commuter trails—creating endless opportunities for recreation, exploration, and wellness.

Our conservation lands include 63 miles of natural trails and provide vital habitat for wildlife, including the resident herd of about 90 elk that call Mount Jumbo home. Across Missoula, we care for more than 35,000 trees and maintain the parks, facilities, and open spaces that bring people together year-round. 

Each year, thousands of residents and visitors join our recreation programs. More than 1,000 swimmers a day enjoy Splash Montana and Currents Aquatics Center, and hundreds of youth and adult volunteers contribute thousands of service hours to keep our community thriving.

With 61 full-time and up to 400 seasonal staff members, an annual budget of $16 million, and nearly $3 million generated through service fees and contracts, Missoula Parks & Recreation delivers great experiences—and plenty of smiles—across our community. 

Located in Currents Aquatics Center, 600 Cregg Lane in McCormick Park
Phone 406-721-PARK (7275) Email Us

Our Guiding Mission

Missoula Parks and Recreation is essential to the quality and way of life for individuals, families, community, and the environment. Our guiding mission is to enhance the quality of life in our community by:

  • Promoting health and wellness.
  • Stimulating, supporting and encouraging community and economic development.
  • Protecting the environment.
  • Educating and enriching the citizens of our community.
  • Ensuring that all people feel safe, welcome and valued in Parks and Recreation facilities and programs.

ADA Compliance and Non-Discrimination

Parks and Recreation does not discriminate against or exclude anyone from participation in any programs or services on the basis of his, her or their actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, age, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or economic status. Please make ADA accommodation requests at least 14 days in advance. Department information is available in alternative formats upon request, please email Parks and Recreation.

Beyond Fun and Games

Often people are unaware of how vital recreation and leisure are to the quality of their lives. While fun, happiness, and play are vital to growth and development, the expanded role of public parks and recreation is more critical than ever. Whether we know it or not, programs, services, events, and opportunities offered by local, state, and national park and recreation agencies positively impact many areas of our lives and society as a whole.

Everyone Benefits

Everyone in the world has somehow benefited by public park and recreation programs at some time in their lives, directly or indirectly. The time has come to make the connection between past experiences and today's success, yesterday's activities, tomorrow's physical and mental wellness, and today's taxpayer support and safe communities for our children and grandchildren. So, whether an avid participant or occasional observer, enjoy the benefits. It's everyone's right.

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