The best sporting goods shops in Missoula

6 places we’ve checked and would send a neighbor to. Open any one to read what we wrote about it.

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Bob Ward's Sports & Outdoors (opens in a new tab)

3015 Paxson St

From local trail days to Bitterroot ridge scrambles to weekend river runs, Bob Ward's Sports & Outdoors has the camping, hiking, climbing,…

From local trail days to Bitterroot ridge scrambles to weekend river runs, Bob Ward's Sports & Outdoors has the camping, hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, snow, water, and bike gear to keep you outside and happy. Pop in this week when your old setup needs a refresh or a little inspiration.

From the Missoula newsletter, October 18, 2026

Sportsman's Warehouse (opens in a new tab)

2323 N Reserve St

Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.

Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.

Bass Pro Shops (opens in a new tab)

3650 Brooks St

Chain known for its large, wilderness-themed stores & wide array of hunting, fishing & outdoor gear.

Chain known for its large, wilderness-themed stores & wide array of hunting, fishing & outdoor gear.

The Trail Head (opens in a new tab)

221 E Front St

Missoula's own The Trail Head has been outfitting locals for over 50 years with legit hiking, camping, climbing, river, and snow gear, plus…

Missoula's own The Trail Head has been outfitting locals for over 50 years with legit hiking, camping, climbing, river, and snow gear, plus rentals, repairs, and a handy Gear Exchange. Swing by for Patagonia, Chaco, Rab and smart advice that actually works on our trails and rivers.

From the Missoula newsletter, November 13, 2026

Scheels (opens in a new tab)

2901 Brooks St

Chain with apparel, shoes & gear for sports & outdoor recreation, plus merchandise with team logos.

Chain with apparel, shoes & gear for sports & outdoor recreation, plus merchandise with team logos.

Trail Head River Sports (opens in a new tab)

2505 S Garfield St

Trail Head River Sports is Western Montana's premier river recreation store with an expansive showroom and a full-service repair shop. Rent…

Trail Head River Sports is Western Montana's premier river recreation store with an expansive showroom and a full-service repair shop. Rent a raft or SUP for a mellow float, snag trusted brands like NRS, Aire, Cataract, and Alpacka Raft, then tap their local experts for dialed advice.

From the Missoula newsletter, October 30, 2026