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The Bitterroot River is named for the bitterroot plant Lewisia rediviva, whose fleshy taproot was an important food source for Native Americans. [3] The Salish called the river Spet-lum for "Place of the bitterroot" and In-shi-ttogh-tae-tkhu for "Willow River". [3] French trappers knew the plant as racine amère (bitter root). [4]
The Bitterroot River is a Blue Ribbon fishery. A popular river for fly fishing, the river has native westslope cutthroat trout and bull trout. The Threemile Wildlife Management Area has wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities. Animals include bobcats, elk, mule deer, and various raptors.
The Bitterroot River directly next to town is particularly known for fly fishing. The town is near both the West Fork and East Fork parts of the river, offering variety in fishing options. At only 7 miles (11 km) away, Lake Como offers fishing, kayaking, and hiking. The picturesque lake is in the Bitterroot National Forest. [29]
The Bitterroot Valley offers many recreational activities, including: hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, and rock climbing in the surrounding mountains; and birding and fishing along the Bitterroot River. The valley is popular with hunters, for big game, upland birds, and waterfowl. [9]
The Little Bitterroot begins at pass above Marion on U.S. 2 where Forest Road (FR) 5344 and FR 538 or Griffin Creek Road. From this pass at 5,217 feet (1,590 m) above sea level (asl), the basin collects into Little Bitterroot Lake, 3,907 feet (1,191 m) asl. The south end of the lake drains into the Little Bitterroot River, flowing southward.
Painted Rocks State Park is a public recreation area located at the southern end Painted Rocks Reservoir, 24 miles (39 km) south of Darby, Montana.The state park received its name from the green, yellow and orange lichens which cover the grey and black rock walls of the granite and rhyolite cliffs. [2]
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