Summer is made for the outdoors. With endless skies and long days, it’s the ideal season for hiking, fishing, rafting, camping, and stargazing. National parks are in full swing, offering iconic views, glacier-carved valleys, and adventure for all ages.
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Welcome to Montana’s capital city — or “Queen City” — Helena. Begin your day at the Holter Museum of Art, a beloved community gathering place with an impressive collection of historical and contemporary artworks.
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Whether you want a quick pull to cool you off after one of Montana’s other outdoor adventures or you want to wakeboard every day you’re here, you'll find what you're looking for.
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Big Sky Country means plenty of summer sun. Bring the family to one of Montana’s water parks for a fun and refreshing splash.
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A great way to explore Montana is on two wheels with the help of a little manpower. Ride across the high plains.
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Learn more about Montana's rich Native American heritage and cowboy culture on this four-day drive through Little Bighorn Country. The history-packed route crosses Indian nations, the state's biggest city, and the path taken by the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery expedition.
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Montana offers unmatched trails and undiscovered country for mountain bikers of all levels. Many communities feature bike shops with gear and know-how and trailheads right around the corner.
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Hiking in Montana is a great way to explore the state while experiencing nature and wildlife. Each trail offers an adventure into the vast openness of God’s Country.
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According to a mural painted on the facade of one of its buildings, Glasgow is in “the middle of nowhere.” That may be true, but it’s also the gateway to the best of Montana’s Missouri River Country.
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In 2020, the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) designated this 330-acre state park in Southeast Montana a Dark Sky Sanctuary, defined as “the most remote (and often darkest) places in the world whose conservation state is most fragile.” Translation: Medicine Rocks State Park is a stargazing haven.
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Enjoy an unforgettable experience at Montana's campgrounds that offer a range of amenities with access to adventure just steps away.
