Category: Bitterroot Valley

From scenic byways to winding backroads, Western Montana is made for road trips. Whether you’re traveling between the Bitterroot Valley and Glacier National Park or exploring one of the region’s nine travel corridors, there are plenty of places worth pulling over for. Families can discover everything from ghost towns and alpine coasters to towering tree giants and quirky photo ops. Here are some of our favorite must-stop attractions to add to your Montana adventure.

With fresh mountain air, wide-open spaces and a deep connection to nature, Glacier Country is the perfect place to refresh your mind, body and spirit. Wellness is woven into Western Montana’s landscape, from sunrise hiking and hot springs soaking to forest bathing and cold plunging. Plan a getaway focused on health and wellness—like a spa […]

Spring break is around the corner, and Western Montana is the perfect place for a unique and refreshing spring getaway. With quieter trails, no crowds and the perks of shoulder-season pricing, it’s the perfect time to explore Glacier Country. Plus, with direct flights to the Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) and Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) […]

Welcome to another vibrant year in Western Montana! As we usher in new beginnings, our region is also welcoming a host of new establishments and experiences. From quaint shops and local eateries to thrilling outdoor adventures, there’s much to explore and enjoy in Glacier Country. Here’s a look at what’s new and noteworthy for your […]

Western Montana’s diverse landscapes offer adventure year-round. In winter, the region transforms into a downhill playground with seven ski areas featuring affordable lift tickets, impressive vertical drops, reliable snowfall and more than 11,723 acres of skiable terrain. Here’s where to get on the slopes in Glacier Country.   BLACKTAIL MOUNTAIN Take in views of Glacier National […]

Driving through Western Montana is more than just a way to get from point A to point B—every road here is scenic, offering stunning landscapes, vibrant small towns, and an abundance of adventures. Come fall, these scenic travel routes are elevated to something extra special. Cruise our open highways, discover hidden gems on backroad bends, […]

Fall in Western Montana opens up a world of hiking possibilities. Explore our sweeping meadows, alpine forests and mountain waterfalls, all cast in autumn’s golden hues. To help get you on the trail, we’ve put together our top six fall hikes. Remember to bring your camera—the vistas are truly majestic. BLODGET CANYON OVERLOOK The Bitterroot […]

Autumn in Glacier Country is truly one of a kind—snow-dusted peaks in the distance, golden tamarack trees lighting up the landscape, and vibrant leaves gently falling all around. With comfortable daytime temperatures and quieter trails, it’s the ideal season for outdoor adventures. There are so many things to experience during fall in Western Montana, and […]

Disc golf, sometimes called frisbee golf or folf, is a popular activity throughout Western Montana’s Glacier Country. With rules similar to traditional golf, this game involves throwing frisbee-like discs into baskets across wooded and mountainous courses, making it a fun and unique way to enjoy the outdoors—and our incredible scenery—with family and friends. If you’re […]

One of the things that makes Montana so special is that we share the land with an abundance of beautiful, wild creatures. Western Montana is comprised of millions of acres of public land that is home to 83 species of mammals and 393 species of birds—and seeing them is easier than you think. There are plenty of undesignated places to watch wildlife in Glacier Country, but some amazing spots have been set aside specifically for Montana’s mammals, birds and reptiles. Explore our year-round wildlife refuges and viewing areas that offer a diversity of habitat and a look at some of the region’s most majestic inhabitants.