Category: Family Fun
The Official Western Montana Travel & Tourism Blog
5 Ways to Explore the Bitterroot Valley 
			Framed by the Bitterroot and Sapphire mountains, the Bitterroot Valley blends outdoor recreation with rich history and small-town character. Spend your days hiking or biking, spotting wildlife or saddling up for a horseback ride, then unwind with local breweries, cideries and distilleries, or a soak in nearby hot springs. With museums, historic sites and endless […]
Glacier Country: Outdoor Fall Family Fun 
			Fall in Western Montana is a wonderful season for wholesome family fun. Get spooked at Garnet Ghost Town, trace history at Travelers’ Rest State Park and soak in hot springs among the crisp mountain air. Watch the hillsides turn gold at the CSKT Bison Range, attend a fall harvest festival, then cap off the adventure […]
Harvest Happenings and Fall Events in Western Montana 
			Autumn in Western Montana is pure gold. The season comes alive with concerts, harvest festivals and Halloween gatherings, all set against crisp mountain air and colorful landscapes. Join us in celebrating one of the region’s most vibrant times of year. HARVEST FESTIVALS + BEER FESTIVALS The fall harvest is all about flavor and festivity, from […]
8 Things Not to be Missed This Fall in Glacier National Park 
			Glacier National Park is open year-round, and fall offers a season all its own. Glacial-carved valleys and mountainsides shift into shades of gold, adding depth and color to the already dramatic landscape. With fewer visitors and excellent opportunities for birding and wildlife watching, it’s one of the most rewarding times to explore. Plus, vehicle reservations […]
University of Montana Family Weekend Itinerary 
			Crisp autumn air, a canopy of fall foliage and the spirited energy of a bustling campus are a few reasons why parents enjoy Family Weekend at the University of Montana in Missoula. From September 19 to 21, 2025, the weekend will offer a nice blend of bonding, exploration and immersion into Grizzly pride. Family Weekend […]
6 Reasons to Get Married in Western Montana 
			A destination wedding in Western Montana brings your vision to life against some of the most remarkable backdrops in the West. Picture exchanging vows in a mountain meadow, by the lake or among the beauty of Glacier National Park. Ride down the aisle on horseback, weave fly-fishing into your celebration, make a grand exit by […]
Western Montana’s Top 5 Fall Activities 
			Fall in Western Montana is a season of color and adventure. Crisp air and golden tamaracks set the stage for days spent fishing scenic rivers, teeing off with mountain views or taking a drive through landscapes painted in autumn hues. Add in harvest festivals, local flavors and backcountry exploration, and you’ve got plenty of reasons […]
Air Adventures in Glacier Country 
			From glacial basins to forested peaks, Western Montana’s Glacier Country offers unmatched terrain to explore by land, water—and sky. For a different kind of view, take to the air. Hot air balloon rides, scenic flights and skydiving experiences give you a unique vantage point and an unforgettable way to connect with the landscape. HOT AIR […]
Western Montana Fruitful Summers + Farmers Markets 
			Western Montana summers are all about fresh, local flavor. Seasonal fruits—like Flathead cherries, Dixon melons and wild huckleberries—define the taste of Glacier Country. To get your hands on some of these delicious gems, spend the day at a U-pick farm, stroll a farmers market, or stop along the way at a roadside stand. Exploring Montana’s summer harvest is a delicious way to experience the region.
Summer Fun: Top 7 Kid Friendly Activities 
			Families have long vacationed in Western Montana to reconnect and find adventure together. This place has a way of turning simple moments into unforgettable memories. Come float a gentle river (or a wild one), pick cherries under the summer sun, spot wildlife in the woods or try something new—like kayaking on Flathead Lake, riding horseback […]

		
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
		