Category: Montana

November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples. In Western Montana’s Glacier Country, the Blackfeet Nation and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes have deep ancestral connections to the land, with traditions and cultural practices that continue to shape the region today. Visitors […]

By Family Lifestyle Expert Breshell West Our visit was part of a paid partnership with Western Montana’s Glacier Country. If Glacier National Park has been on your family’s wish list, give yourselves time to explore the region surrounding it. Western Montana’s Glacier Country has mountain towns, lakeside communities and experiences that can turn a national […]

Glacier Country is full of photographers capturing the landscapes, wildlife, communities and outdoor experiences that make Western Montana such a compelling place to explore. Follow these talented photographers for a steady stream of Glacier Country beauty and inspiration across your feed. JOANNA ADAMS Based near Glacier National Park, Joanna Adams turns outdoor adventures and milestone […]

Western Montana’s history lives not only in well-known landmarks, but also in small museums tucked into quiet valleys and rural communities. Through local artifacts, exhibits and stories, these cultural sites offer a closer look at American Indian heritage, homesteading life, early industry, community traditions and regional art. BITTERROOT CORRIDOR Hamilton’s Ravalli County Museum & Historical […]

There’s something special about fall in Western Montana’s Glacier Country. Autumn brings crisp mountain air, golden hillsides, colorful riverbanks and plenty of room to get outside and explore. With cooler temperatures and a landscape transformed by the season, it’s an ideal time for fishing, scenic drives, golf, mountain biking, hiking, wildlife watching and more. FLY-FISHING […]

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 […]

Western Montana’s wine scene has a character all its own. Across Glacier Country, local winemakers craft traditional reds, whites and rosés alongside fruit wines and mead, often incorporating regional ingredients like Flathead cherries, huckleberries and Montana honey. Make a tasting part of your travels. BITTERROOT VALLEY In Victor, Hidden Legend Winery has been crafting mead […]

Fall in Western Montana brings pumpkin patches, corn mazes, haunted attractions and plenty of seasonal flavors. Spend an afternoon on the farm, find your way through a corn maze, brave a haunted hayride or raise a glass to the season with local beer and cider. Here are a few ways to experience fall in Western Montana’s Glacier Country.

Ranching and horsemanship have long been part of the fabric of Western Montana’s Glacier Country, and today’s guest ranches offer plenty of ways to experience that heritage firsthand. Saddle up for a trail ride, learn the skills of a working ranch, head into the backcountry on horseback or spend a week immersed in ranch life. […]

The fact of the matter is this: Montana is a big place. It’s a massive state that’s home to wide-open prairies, snow-capped mountain peaks, rushing waterways and the biggest sky you’ve ever seen.