Category: Northwest Corridor

Exploring Western Montana by RV offers the freedom to travel at your own pace, with scenic drives, small towns and campgrounds along the way. Across Glacier Country’s nine travel corridors, you’ll find everything from primitive campsites to full-service RV parks, making it easy to plan a trip that fits your travel style. BITTERROOT VALLEY South […]

Powerboating is a popular summer activity in Western Montana’s Glacier Country, where lakes and reservoirs offer miles of open water surrounded by forestland, mountain ranges and small communities. Flathead Lake, Whitefish Lake, Seeley Lake and other waterways across the region provide a variety of settings for boating, fishing, water sports and shoreline recreation. Use this […]

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 […]

Looking for the quiet side of winter in Western Montana? The Northwest Corridor runs through Kootenai Country and along the rugged edges of the Cabinet Mountains, linking small towns, forested backroads and wide-open landscapes. Snowmobile routes climb into the hills, Nordic trails thread through timber, and the pace naturally slows without feeling remote. Winter here is […]

Western Montana is a sledder’s paradise. Wide-open mountain meadows, rugged ridgelines, frozen alpine lakes, deep backcountry terrain, Forest Service roads and historic ghost towns create endless opportunities once the snow flies. With more than 1,000 miles of groomed trails, Glacier Country delivers serious variety. Below are eight standout snowmobiling trail systems to help you find […]

Fall in Western Montana is a season of color and adventure. Crisp air and golden tamaracks set the stage for days spent fishing scenic rivers, teeing off with mountain views or taking a drive through landscapes painted in autumn hues. Add in harvest festivals, local flavors and backcountry exploration, and you’ve got plenty of reasons […]

Western Montana does summer right, with sweet treats to go along with the adventure. There’s no better way to cool down after a paddle, a small-town stroll or an afternoon in the sun than with a local scoop, shake or shaved ice. And if you’re visiting for the first time, one thing’s for sure: You […]

Western Montana’s night skies are just as captivating as its daylight views. With minimal light pollution, high elevations and wide-open landscapes, Glacier Country is one of the best places in the lower 48 to take in the stars. From spotting the Milky Way to catching a glimpse of the northern lights, the cosmos puts on […]

Western Montana’s diverse landscapes offer adventure year-round. In winter, the region transforms into a downhill playground with seven ski areas featuring affordable lift tickets, impressive vertical drops, reliable snowfall and more than 11,723 acres of skiable terrain. Here’s where to get on the slopes in Glacier Country.   BLACKTAIL MOUNTAIN Take in views of Glacier National […]

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, […]