Category: Montana

Glacier Country offers a wealth of winter recreation opportunities. As you enjoy our snowy landscapes, remember to prioritize safety—for yourself, others, and the natural environment. Here are some guidelines on how to recreate responsibly in Western Montana this winter. WINTER DRIVING Follow the below tips to be prepared for winter driving conditions. AVALANCHE SAFETY Always […]

Winter in Glacier National Park offers quiet adventures, from wildlife watching to exploring snow-covered trails. While the park transforms into a peaceful winter wonderland, it’s still important to prepare and plan ahead for your visit this time of year. For a safe and memorable experience, please know before you go. PARK ACCESS AND RECREATION Snow […]

There are many things to be thankful for here in Western Montana’s Glacier Country. Our natural resources are always top of mind—forests, rivers, lakes and streams, flora and fauna, wide-open spaces and fresh mountain air are all on our gratitude list. Among these natural wonders are vibrant small towns thriving with arts and culture, live music, and some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet. Read on and find out what else made our Top 10 list.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’ve made holiday shopping easy by compiling a list of shops and markets in Western Montana and their unique Montana-made treasures. When you give gifts from Glacier Country, you support the Montana way of life and the vibrancy of our communities and artisans. Shop Western Montana […]

Western Montana is a haven for antiquers where you can find antique malls, revitalized mercantiles, vintage stores and hidden gems. Dealers offer everything from furniture, tools, clothing and textiles to Old-West memorabilia, posters, paintings and artwork, making it easy to take home a one-of-a-kind Montana find. A treasure trove awaits. CREAMERY ANTIQUE MALL In Stevensville, […]

November is Native American Heritage Month, and here in Glacier Country—the traditional, ancestral territory of the Amskapi Piikani, Ksanka, Séliš, and Qlis̓pé people—we honor the significant contributions, unique traditions and diverse cultures of the tribes and Indigenous people who live here today. Here’s how you can, too.    1. VISIT AN INDIAN RESERVATION Montana is home […]

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, […]

Western Montana, with its vast landscapes and storied past, has a shadowy side just waiting to be explored. From spine-tingling tours of haunted mansions and desolate ghost towns to terrifying corn mazes, Glacier Country beckons the brave to uncover its eerie mysteries. Dive deep into this blog to discover the spookiest experiences waiting for you this Halloween season.

Fall fishing is upon us in Western Montana’s Glacier Country. While fishing the pristine waters of Montana’s rivers, lakes and streams is phenomenal year-round, autumn offers an incredibly unique angling experience: fewer people on the water, quieter rivers and some of the year’s best trout fishing in October and November.

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 […]