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Chicago to Missoula: Fly Direct to Western Montana
Traveling from Chicago to Western Montana just got easier. With year-round nonstop service between Chicago O’Hare and the Missoula Montana Airport on American Airlines, getting here is now more convenient, no matter the season. In less than four hours, travelers can arrive in Missoula for a weekend getaway—spending time outdoors, planning a trip around a […]
Unique Western Montana Winter Events
Winter doesn’t slow things down in Western Montana—it gives us new ways to gather. Snowy landscapes set the stage for everything from barstool races and winter runs to rodeos, film festivals and community celebrations that locals look forward to all year. If you’re looking for reasons to get outside, try something new or lean into […]
In the Footsteps of Lewis and Clark
The Lewis and Clark Expedition—the Corps of Discovery—played a pivotal role in shaping American history, and Western Montana is home to some of the most significant landmarks from their journey. In 1804, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set out to explore newly acquired western territory. More than 200 years later, visitors to Glacier Country can […]
9 Hot Spots for Live Music in Western Montana
It may come as a surprise that this corner of Montana boasts live concerts that rival those of even the biggest cities in the country. From cozy, intimate venues to open-air amphitheaters with breathtaking views, check out these live music destinations and discover Western Montana’s diverse and vibrant music scene. BIG SKY BREWING COMPANY AMPHITHEATER, MISSOULA Big […]
31 of the Best Photo Ops in Western Montana
Western Montana’s Glacier Country is filled to the brim with amazing scenery and picture-perfect backdrops. From the glacier-carved peaks of Glacier National Park in the north to the Old West town of Darby in the south, Montana is chockful of awe-inspiring views. Taking pictures is a key part of vacationing, and to help you snag some of […]
Perfect Couple’s Winter Trip Through the Bitterroot Valley
By TravelingMel As winter blankets the Bitterroot Valley in a pristine layer of snow, an enchanting world emerges, inviting adventurous couples to embark on a perfect winter getaway. To explore this Montana gem, my husband and I loaded up our Subaru with skis, snowshoes, swimsuits and winter gear —plus some “Montana casual” outfits — ready […]