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Local Treasures: Vintage + Thrift Shops in Glacier Country

Discover the diverse thrifting, vintage and consignment scene across Western Montana, where each store offers not just goods, but a unique experience. From curated vintage collections to fashion-forward trends, start your shopping journey through Glacier Country at these treasured locations. MISSOULA Betty’s Divine has been a staple on Missoula’s Hip Strip since 2005, featuring a […]

14 Must-See Holiday Events and Happenings in Western Montana

As snow begins to blanket Western Montana’s Glacier Country, the holiday season comes to life with festive events and time-honored traditions. The region’s small towns light up with celebrations that capture the spirit of the season. From tree lightings to Christmas markets to New Year’s festivities, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a look at 14 […]

Pickleball in Western Montana: A Community on the Rise

The Pickleball craze has hit Western Montana, transforming it into a vibrant hub for pickleball enthusiasts of all ages. As this paddle sport gains popularity, communities are coming together, local clubs are thriving, and new courts are popping up across the region. Here’s a look into the pickleball scene in Western Montana and where you […]

The Top 10 Things to Do Near Glacier National Park

We all know that Montana’s Glacier National Park is amazing. It just is. I mean, does it get much better than 1 million acres of glacial-carved terrain, the epic Going-to-the-Sun Road and the feeling you get just being in Glacier National Park? Maybe not. But I’m here to tell you, it gets pretty darn close.

Spring in Western Montana and Glacier National Park

This spring, Western Montana’s Glacier Country is the perfect place for a fresh perspective and a breath of fresh air. The snow is melting from the region’s hiking and biking trails, and the landscape is greening up with wildflowers, wildlife, rushing rapids and waterfalls. It’s our most undiscovered season, and is arguable one of the […]

Glacier Country’s Food Truck Scene

A surprising culinary landscape awaits in Western Montana. Here, both local and renowned chefs have embraced a cornerstone of America’s food scene—the food truck—infusing their passion for cooking with innovative twists on beloved classics. Glacier Country’s food truck scene is a testament to this creativity, offering an adventure in flavor that you won’t want to […]

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 […]

Glacier Country Holiday Gift Guide: Local Shops and Unique Gifts

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and with the holiday season comes gift giving—a tradition we love. We’ve made it easy for you by compiling a list of some of our favorite local shops and markets in Western Montana, as well as some unique finds. A Montana-made treasure makes the perfect gift, and […]

2023 Holiday Events & Festivities in Western Montana

Before winter officially even begins, holiday festivities are well underway here in Western Montana’s Glacier Country. This is a magical time of year, and we’ve got the events—and the enchanting wintry landscape—to make it even more festive.   Historic Holiday Happenings + Classic Christmas Events Mark your calendars for holiday décor, gingerbread houses, Christmas cookies, hot […]

Hidden Gem Golf Courses in Western Montana

With wide-open vistas and room to roam, it should come as no surprise that Western Montana’s Glacier Country is a golfer’s paradise. Our typical golf season begins in early May and lasts through mid-October, so you’ve still got plenty of time to tee up, and come fall, the landscape is pure gold. Take advantage of the combination of stunning scenery, renowned courses and affordability at courses and resorts that range from public to semi-private and leisurely to challenging. Pair that combo with small-town charm, and teeing up in Montana is a real treat. Here’s a list of our scenic travel corridors and our favorite places to golf along the way.

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