Are you a spa/resort and do you provide overnight accommodations?

No. We are an education center focused on the demonstration of sustainable and holistic lifestyles. After hosting retreats and Airbnb visitors for decades, we have since retired from that and now offer day-use tours, Sage Wall visits, hikes, and walks on our labyrinth.

Is your facility available for conference rental space?

We do offer day-use rental space under certain conditions. The activities at Sage Mountain are very specific to its mission statement, so that the quality and spirit of our facility can be maintained. Please contact us directly for more details.

How is Sage Mountain Center funded?

Sage Mountain Center is a small home-based business (LLC), built and supported by Christopher and Linda’s work at the center and in the community.

Why do you charge a fee for visiting Sage Wall?

Our price point reflects the impact that the many visitors are having on our road/access/trails, and the time we are having to spend administering and coordinating visits. As interest in Sage Wall has surged in the last few years, we have had to greatly modify the time/resources that goes towards other necessary SMC operations to keep them sustainable. We are not funded by institutions, corporations, or governments, and so far we have committed all of our income from Sage Wall towards upgrading safety, improving convenient access, administration, insurance, trail and road maintenance. We are also continuing cutting-edge scientific research into Sage Wall’s origins.

How do I register to see Sage Wall or visit Sage Mountain Center?

1. Think about a date that works for you between May and October 2025 and email us your desired choices. All of our reservations are at 10 am or 2 pm, so let us know that as well. Our availability calendar is here.
2.  We will look at our schedule and email you back with a link for our online Registration Form.
3.  Fill out the form, which includes our waiver and all the options you are interested in, and select your payment method. Click SUBMIT.

That’s it! You will receive an automatic confirmation email of your reservation. (Phone reservations and drop-ins are not accepted.)

What are the accessibility details for hiking to Sage Wall?

The single-track hiking trail from our parking lot to Sage Wall is a moderate 1/3 mile walk uphill on gravel and dirt. It includes nature tripping hazards. The trailhead starts at 6,300′ and rises up to 6,600′ at the highest point. It takes about 15 to 20 min. to get to the Sage Wall, depending on your physical abilities. The TOTAL trail system available for hiking is two miles. Flip-flops and sandals are not recommended. We are also researching mobility options for those with hiking limitations. Up here on the Continental Divide we can experience all seasons in a day, so dress in layers.

Do you allow pets at your center or on the trails?

No. Our goal is to ensure that our natural surroundings remain undisturbed and that all visitors can enjoy a peaceful and serene environment. Thank you for your cooperation.

Can I use a bicycle, motorcycle, horse, or go rock climbing around your private property?

No. Our goal is to ensure that our natural surroundings remain undisturbed and that all visitors can enjoy a peaceful and serene environment. There are plenty of areas nearby for those activities….this is, after all, Montana!

Where are the closest places near SMC to stay overnight?

We are a day-use only facility so many visitors will stay either in Butte, MT (30 min. away) or Whitehall, MT (25 min. away). Whitehall has a couple hotels, while Butte has the full array of overnight accommodations. There are also a number of Airbnb rentals nearby, as well as a small, free Forest Service campground called Toll Mountain Campground (1.5 miles away).

How often do you have classes?

Workshops and classes vary year to year depending on many factors. Please see our latest SMC News page for updates. Scheduled SMC tours happen all year.

Can I teach at Sage Mountain Center?

Sage Mountain Center is a small facility with a small staff. Occasionally, additional teachers are brought in when their expertise and talent are needed and are compatible with Sage Mountain Center’s purpose.

Do you provide consultation services?

Yes! We provide consultation services on new projects or upgrading existing structures to guide people through the maze of information regarding sustainable living. This could be anything from solar electricity to Straw Bale construction. Public or private workshops can be designed to meet your vision and lifestyle goals. We continue to have DYI, contractors, architects, and developers attend our workshops, and we do maintain a list of Montana businesses and individuals interested in sustainable matters. Many people like to first tour Sage Mountain Center to see what we’ve done and get ideas for themselves.

Are you an intentional community?

We are not an intentional community. We are a small business offering a unique service to others. We occasionally have interns and volunteers, depending on Sage Mountain Center’s projects and needs.

How large is your facility?

Sage Mountain Center is located on 90 mountainous acres and borders national forest on two sides. We endeavor to keep program participation to a maximum of 20 people for tours and workshops, 30 people for theater-style seated events.

Are you affiliated with a religious organization?

No. Although the founders of Sage Mountain Center are familiar with western and eastern belief systems, the center does not affiliate itself with a particular organized religion. Rather, we seek to understand the nature of belief systems as a way of spiritual freedom. This spiritual freedom cannot be separated from our interaction with others and our natural environment. Understanding the believer and the thinker brings us closer to the universal mystery of who we are and why we are here.