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How to Spend 6 Days in Western Montana

[caption id="attachment_7205" align="aligncenter" width="5760"] Hop in your car and prepare for epic views of Glacier National Park…and don’t worry, there are plenty of places to pull over and capture the moment.[/caption]

Dallas to Missoula: Fly Direct to Even Bigger Skies

Dallas friends: leave the humidity in the Lone Star State and come bask in the heavenly mountain air in Big Sky Country. American Airlines now offers direct flights from Dallas to Missoula. Your friendly neighbors up north in Western Montana’s Glacier Country offer the warm hospitality you’re used to and your cowboy boots will fit right in here, plus…our mountain landscape offers a stunning change of pace.

Discover Winter’s Wonder with a Snowshoe in Western Montana

Winter in Montana isn’t only for adventurous powder plungers and downhill dreamers. It’s also for paradise seekers looking for a peaceful escape in an enchanting frosty forest of white. We hike all year here, and taking a walk in the snow is high on our list of things we love—it just requires a little extra gear. Snowshoes make it possible to head onto the trails and into backcountry quiet places that might otherwise not be accessible this time of year. This easy—and family-friendly—snowsport is a must-do winter activity, bound to leave you with some pretty incredible Montana memories.

Cozy Up in Western Montana’s Winter Wonderland

Winter in Western Montana is pure magic, and that’s because we don’t just know how to play in the snow, we know how to stay in the snow. Our secret? Cozy. Get snug fireside in one of our luxury lodges, cabins or chalets. Staying in Glacier Country is part of the beauty of playing in Glacier Country, and warm western hospitality is our specialty. You’d be hard pressed to find a more authentic Montana winter getaway experience than what you’ll discover here. We’ve pulled together a list of some of our favorite spots to get your cozy on.

Big Sky Beats: Music Festivals in Western Montana

Western Montana’s landscapes have long inspired creativity. With wide-open spaces, vibrant communities and a rich cultural heritage, the region has become a natural gathering place for musicians and music lovers alike. Symphonies play beneath open skies, while well-loved festivals bring nationally recognized artists to small towns and mountain valleys across Glacier Country. Throughout the year, […]

Best Day Hikes in Western Montana: Part Two

Part One of this series highlighted several favorite trails in the southern portion of Western Montana, including routes throughout the Seeley Swan Valley and the Bitterroot Valley. In this post, we continue the journey north, exploring trails near State Highway 200, the Jewel Basin, Tobacco Valley and Glacier National Park. Here are a few reminders […]

25 Photos from Summer in Montana

Summer in Western Montana is a season defined by sunlight, long days outdoors and moments that stay with you long after the season ends. Warm weather, clear skies and wide-open spaces set the stage for everything from quiet mornings on mountain lakes to unforgettable rides along iconic roadways. It’s a time that invites both adventure […]

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