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Fall in Love With Western Montana’s Flathead Corridor
The Western Montana landscape is chock-full of world-class attractions, but the Flathead Corridor is always at the top of our list when we’re looking for an unforgettable adventure. Here you’ll find small-town charm and Flathead Lake—the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi and an anchor to this wildly scenic vacation destination just south of Glacier National […]
8 Ways to Treat Yourself in Western Montana
It’s always important to take time for yourself to relax and rejuvenate, and after the year we’ve all had, you deserve it. We make it easy to treat yourself in Glacier Country. From treatments at top-notch spas to feeding your soul at an art gallery, here are our top eight ways to indulge in Western […]
Holiday Gift Guide 2020: Shop Local + Made in Montana
Spread some holiday cheer this year by not only giving your friends and family thoughtful, Made in Montana gifts, but by giving much needed support to our local craftspeople and small businesses while you’re at it. From candles, leather goods, jewelry and pottery, to locally roasted coffee and finely crafted beer and spirits, cross some […]
Sip Your Way Through Glacier Country: Local Coffee, Tea, Cocoa + Chai
Western Montana’s local drink scene goes well beyond beer and spirits. Find coffee roasters and tea shops as well as sipping chocolate and chai across Glacier Country, with plenty of options to enjoy now or order online. POSH CHOCOLAT – BONNER Posh Chocolat in Bonner takes hot chocolate up a notch with its rich “sipping […]
Local Guidebooks for Exploring Glacier Country
Want to explore Glacier Country like a local? Pick up a guidebook written by someone who knows the landscape, history and communities firsthand. Find adventure on Glacier National Park’s trails, as well as Western Montana’s backroads, wilderness areas and small towns. The following books offer ideas and insight for planning your next getaway. GLACIER NATIONAL […]
Be Grateful and Feast Local This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to gather, share a meal and appreciate the people and places that make Western Montana special. There are plenty of ways to bring local flavor to your holiday, including locally raised turkeys, fresh-baked pies, Montana-made gifts and neighborhood shops. SHOP LOCAL FOR YOUR THANKSGIVING FEAST Start with the centerpiece: a Hutterite […]
7 Family-Friendly Holiday Activities in Glacier Country
The holidays are a magical time to visit Western Montana’s Glacier Country. Snow-covered mountains, festive downtowns and seasonal traditions create memorable experiences for visitors of all ages. Enjoy outdoor adventures, holiday lights or cozy seasonal celebrations. Here are seven ways to make the most of the season. 1. HIT THE SLOPES Winter adventure begins at […]
Big Holiday Magic at the Bigfork Christmas Village
There’s nothing quite like a storybook village all decked out for the holidays, and that’s what Bigfork does best. On the northeast shore of Flathead Lake, Bigfork is famous for laying on the charm all year long—
Spread Holiday Cheer in 2019 With Montana Made Gifts
It’s one of the most wonderful times of the year in Glacier Country. Our landscapes have transformed into winter wonderlands ready for play, and our quaint small towns are decked in holiday merriment. With the holidays just around the corner, our thoughts turn to gift giving. Whether you’re planning a trip here soon, or just left, these Montana made gifts are the perfect remembrance of a trip and a special present for that special person. From American Indian made goods, to leather bags, local artwork and fly-fishing trips, we’ve rounded up our top gifts made in Western Montana that’ll help you cross off all the names on your gift list.
American Indian Culture + Events in Western Montana
Western Montana’s Glacier Country is home to vibrant tribal communities, living traditions and cultural experiences that offer meaningful opportunities to learn about the history and heritage of Indigenous peoples in the region. Two of seven tribal nations in Montana are located in Glacier Country: the Blackfeet Nation on the Blackfeet Reservation and the Confederated Salish […]
