You’ll find recreation opportunities throughout Western Montana’s Glacier Country, no matter the season. This A to Z list highlights the wide range of activities that can shape your next getaway.
A – Air adventures offer a bird’s-eye view of Glacier Country’s captivating landscapes. Choose from hot air balloon rides, airplane tours or skydiving.
B – Bird watch across wildlife refuges, national parks and open spaces throughout the region. Look for soaring raptors, waterfowl, shorebirds and songbirds.
C – Cattle Drives provide a hands-on way to experience life in the West. Some of Glacier Country’s working dude ranches offer this classic adventure.
D – Dog sledding lets you travel through winter landscapes behind a team of well-trained, snow-loving dogs.
E – Explore blue-ribbon trout streams, rivers and lakes for world-class fly-fishing. Glacier Country is known for pristine waters and experienced local guides.
F – Fat biking keeps the riding going year-round. Extra-wide tires handle snowy roads and trails with ease.
G – Golf amid mountain views and wide-open fairways. The region pairs scenic courses with affordability.
H – Hunt across diverse landscapes shaped by mountains, plains and wetlands. Wildlife ranges from elk and deer to waterfowl and upland birds.
I – Ice fish at Lake Mary Ronan for kokanee salmon and yellow perch. This scenic Flathead Valley lake offers a peaceful cold-season experience.
J – Jet ski on Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. Rentals are available throughout the region.
K – Kayak the Clearwater Canoe Trail, a gentle, scenic waterway winding through willow marshland and wildlife habitat.
L – Llama trek into the Bob Marshall Wilderness with Swan Mountain Llama Trekking. Your llama carries the gear—and adds character along the way.
M – Motorboat on Lake Como, a mountain lake surrounded by alpine forest in Western Montana’s Bitterroot Valley.
N – Native American cultural tours offer meaningful insight into the region’s living heritage and traditions.
O – Overnight on a guided multiday horseback trail ride. Exploring Montana on horseback remains a defining western experience.
P – Paddleboard across lakes and rivers throughout Glacier Country. Calm waters make for a relaxing way to explore.
Q – Quilt with local makers at small-town quilt shows and workshops. This longtime Montana tradition blends creativity and community.
R – Race in one of Western Montana’s many road and trail events, including the award-winning Missoula Marathon.
S – Snowshoe, snowmobile and sleigh ride through winter landscapes that define the season.
T – Tube the Blackfoot River or Swan River for a classic summer float.
U – U-Pick at local orchards for fresh fruit and a hands-on taste of Western Montana.
V – View the Milky Way at Glacier National Park, an internationally recognized Dark Sky Park.
W – Whitewater raft the Alberton Gorge or the Middle Fork of the Flathead River, with guided and self-guided options.
X – X-Country ski to Garnet Ghost Town and stay overnight in a primitive cabin.
Y – Yaak Mountain Lookout offers overnight stays with panoramic views, wildlife sightings and exceptional dark-sky conditions for stargazing.
Z – Zip line through the treetops at Whitefish Mountain Resort, soaring more than a mile across six lines with valley and mountain views.
Please note: We ask that all our visitors and residents recreate responsibly by being mindful of the following: know before you go; plan ahead; play it safe; leave no trace; tread lightly; and help build an inclusive outdoors.
March 9, 2026
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