Category: Vacation
The Official Western Montana Travel & Tourism Blog
Glacier Country Holiday Gift Guide: Local Shops and Unique Gifts
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’ve made holiday shopping easy by compiling a list of shops and markets in Western Montana and their unique Montana-made treasures. When you give gifts from Glacier Country, you support the Montana way of life and the vibrancy of our communities and artisans. Shop Western Montana […]
10 Places to Go Antiquing in Western Montana
Western Montana is a haven for antiquers where you can find antique malls, revitalized mercantiles, vintage stores and hidden gems. Dealers offer everything from furniture, tools, clothing and textiles to Old-West memorabilia, posters, paintings and artwork, making it easy to take home a one-of-a-kind Montana find. A treasure trove awaits. CREAMERY ANTIQUE MALL In Stevensville, […]
6 Ways to Recognize Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month, and here in Glacier Country—the traditional, ancestral territory of the Amskapi Piikani, Ksanka, Séliš, and Qlis̓pé people—we honor the significant contributions, unique traditions and diverse cultures of the tribes and Indigenous people who live here today. Here’s how you can, too. 1. VISIT AN INDIAN RESERVATION Montana is home […]
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, […]
Reel Talk: Fall Fishing in Montana is Phenomenal
Fall fishing is upon us in Western Montana’s Glacier Country. While fishing the pristine waters of Montana’s rivers, lakes and streams is phenomenal year-round, autumn offers an incredibly unique angling experience: fewer people on the water, quieter rivers and some of the year’s best trout fishing in October and November.
7 Things to Do in Western Montana This Fall
Autumn in Glacier Country is truly one of a kind—snow-dusted peaks in the distance, golden tamarack trees lighting up the landscape, and vibrant leaves gently falling all around. With comfortable daytime temperatures and quieter trails, it’s the ideal season for outdoor adventures. There are so many things to experience during fall in Western Montana, and […]
Harvest Happenings and Fall Events in Western Montana
Autumn in Western Montana offers stunning landscapes and a calendar full of concerts, harvest festivals, Halloween events and more. This season is packed with fall fun and crisp mountain air, inviting you to explore the region as we celebrate one of our favorite times of year. HARVEST FESTIVALS + BEER FESTIVALS A fall harvest is […]
8 Things Not to be Missed This Fall in Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park is open year-round, and, while every season in the park is stunning, fall is uniquely magical. The park’s glacial-carved valleys and mountainsides are painted with the golden hues of autumn, amplifying the already jaw-dropping views. Fewer visitors, plus abundant birding and wildlife watching opportunities, make it one of the best times to enjoy the […]
Western Montana’s Glacier Country: A Few of Our Favorite Things
Take a look behind the scenes and meet the talented women who work for Western Montana’s Glacier Country. Our team is immersed and knowledgeable in all things Western Montana, so we’re sharing some of our favorite things about this special place. Read on for insider tips and local know-how, and find a few reasons why we’re […]
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 […]