Category: Montana

Trout Creek—tucked in the northwest corner of Montana—is a charming community full of recreational opportunities like camping, hiking and fishing. Little did you know, however, that Trout Creek is home to one of the best festivals in Montana—their annual Huckleberry Festival, which attracts visitors from far and wide to celebrate the coveted purple berry.

We’ve got a crush on Missoula. It’s the kind of place that will steal your heart and never let go. The allure of small-city charm surrounded by breathtaking wilderness has secured its position as one of our region’s cultural and recreation hot spots. If you’re looking for a place to feed your soul and your belly, spend a weekend in Missoula, but plan on being a little heartbroken when it’s time to leave. The list of things to do in the robust mountain town is long, so we took the guesswork out of planning the perfect Missoula weekend:

Around these parts, it’s no secret that spring is one of our favorite seasons. Don’t get us wrong, we’ll never stop loving our heavenly summers and epic winter wonderlands, but there is something magical about the color changes and uncrowded roads that makes us long for shoulder seasons. One of the most unforgettable experiences Glacier National Park has to offer is biking the Going-to-the-Sun Road. This ride is truly special in the springtime when it’s only open to non-vehicular traffic, giving you and fellow riders the run of the road.

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 […]

Adventure takes many forms in Western Montana. For some, it’s a quiet afternoon among the stacks of a small-town bookstore. For others, it’s a snowy trek to a historic mining town or a summer hike to a lakeside waterfall. No matter your style of exploration, Western Montana offers meaningful experiences that connect you to the […]

Winter in Western Montana brings deep snow, quiet forests and an open invitation to explore the region’s remarkable backcountry. For those seeking untouched alpine terrain, the mountains here offer opportunities for experienced skiers. To help you 1. CONSIDER A GUIDED CAT-SKIING EXPERIENCE For high-elevation adventure paired with expert guidance, Great Northern Powder Guides near Whitefish […]

Some of Western Montana’s most significant places are those we may pass without realizing the depth of their history. The CSKT Bison Range—located off U.S. Highway 93 north of Ravalli—is one of them. Spanning 18,500 acres on the Flathead Reservation, the range is owned and managed by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, whose stewardship […]

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 […]

Traveling the Going-to-the-Sun Road is one of Glacier National Park’s most unforgettable experiences. Winding for 50 miles through the heart of the park, this National Historic Landmark offers views of glacial-carved peaks, alpine meadows, cascading waterfalls and pristine mountain lakes. While visitors can drive the road themselves, one of the most memorable—and relaxing—ways to explore […]