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The Official Western Montana Travel & Tourism Blog
10 Unforgettable Western Montana Adventures
What’s on your adventure list? More time with family? More space to reflect? More opportunities to explore? Western Montana’s Glacier Country is the perfect place to make memories and embrace the moments that matter. Here are 10 unforgettable ways to do just that. Remember to recreate responsibly, which means packing in what you pack out, […]
Health and Wellness in Western Montana
With fresh mountain air, wide-open spaces and a deep connection to nature, Glacier Country is the perfect place to refresh your mind, body and spirit. Wellness is woven into Western Montana’s landscape, from sunrise hiking and hot springs soaking to forest bathing and cold plunging. Plan a getaway focused on health and wellness—like a spa […]
Western Montana’s Top 6 Guided Winter Activities
Western Montana’s winter landscapes offer more than 22,000 square miles of terrain for exploration. With so much ground to cover, make exploring easier by utilizing one of the region’s local guides. They’re ready to lead the way, from dog sledding to snowmobiling and everything in between. These experienced, knowledgeable guides will plan a seamless and memorable adventure.
What’s New in Western Montana 2025
Welcome to another vibrant year in Western Montana! As we usher in new beginnings, our region is also welcoming a host of new establishments and experiences. From quaint shops and local eateries to thrilling outdoor adventures, there’s much to explore and enjoy in Glacier Country. Here’s a look at what’s new and noteworthy for your […]
Fall Road Trips in Western Montana
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’s Top 6 Fall Hikes
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 […]
Disc Golf in Western Montana
Disc golf, sometimes called frisbee golf or folf, is a popular activity throughout Western Montana’s Glacier Country. With rules similar to traditional golf, this game involves throwing frisbee-like discs into baskets across wooded and mountainous courses, making it a fun and unique way to enjoy the outdoors—and our incredible scenery—with family and friends. If you’re […]
Wildlife Viewing Areas in Western Montana
One of the things that makes Montana so special is that we share the land with an abundance of beautiful, wild creatures. Western Montana is comprised of millions of acres of public land that is home to 83 species of mammals and 393 species of birds—and seeing them is easier than you think. There are plenty of undesignated places to watch wildlife in Glacier Country, but some amazing spots have been set aside specifically for Montana’s mammals, birds and reptiles. Explore our year-round wildlife refuges and viewing areas that offer a diversity of habitat and a look at some of the region’s most majestic inhabitants.
Dark Skies + Stargazing in Glacier Country
Glacier Country is known for its big blue skies and endless views, but the view doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. While Glacier National Park is internationally recognized as a Dark Sky Park, all of Western Montana’s dark skies deliver a stellar show night after night. We’ve got observatories across the region and plenty […]
Motorboating Western Montana’s Lakes
Motorboating is a classic summer pastime in Western Montana, and you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the amount of water to play in. Each of our lakes is uniquely beautiful—from Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake West of the Mississippi, to Lake Como, a mountain lake surrounded by alpine forests—our lakes are some of the wildest […]