There are endless ways to explore Montana. No matter where you go, you're in for an incredible adventure. Get inspired by the trip ideas below or create your own.
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The world’s first national park offers over 2 million acres to explore, with nearly 300 hiking trails spanning approximately 1,000 miles. Yellowstone National Park invites you to step into paradise,...
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For those who love hiking, Glacier National Park — the “Crown of the Continent” — is a must-visit destination. The park encompasses 1 million acres and boasts nearly 200 trails,...
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Montana’s history is filled with tales of new discoveries. Piece the state’s story line together in lore-filled towns, through underground caverns and beneath the dome of the Montana State Capitol.
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Go big and you’ll never want to go home after visiting the heart of the state. Hike a sliver of a 1.
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Explore the Winter Wonderland of Glacier National ParkWinter in Glacier National Park is a distinct and powerful experience. Spend a the day taking in the frosted splendor and cotton-candy sunsets...
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Venture eastward from the rugged peaks of Montana’s west side into sprawling plains and expansive skies. Make your way to the middle of Montana, and keep going.
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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...
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Montana's Big Sky Resort Is One Of The Largest (And One Of The Prettiest Ski Resorts!) There is no shortage of beautiful mountains to ski in Montana, but there's only...
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The friendly town of Libby, situated in the Kootenai National Forest at the base of the beautiful Cabinet Mountains, is the perfect place to begin your getaway. Take an exhilarating...
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The best piece of advice for planning a road trip through Montana? Be prepared to change up your plans and make unexpected stops, because you never know what you'll stumble...
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Just 45 minutes from Glacier National Park, Kalispell provides a dream base camp for epic alpine scenery, water adventures and winter bliss. .
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Halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks, Helena extends a friendly wave and points out hands-on ways to have fun in the capital of Montana. .
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A finger on a spinning globe gave this old railroad town its Scottish name. Enjoy the beauty of Fort Peck Lake and dig into well-preserved history.
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Yellowstone's Backyard: A jumping-off spot for the world's first national park, Bozeman beckons hikers, climbers, rafters and tubers to play and stay close to nature. .
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Even the food looks bigger in Billings, a city of large-scale landscapes perfect for adventures. Feast your eyes and feed your soul.
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Welcome to Lewistown, Montana; the geographical center of the state. You can visit the exact spot, marked by a mosaic inside the lobby of the Yogo Inn.
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Animal attractions rule here, and they come in many forms. Let a horse guide you through majestic mountains, visit a town of lively prairie dogs and unleash the fun on...
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On land considered sacred by the Indian Nations that reside here, roam responsibly and receive a warm welcome to this legendary realm of pristine waters and natural wonders. .
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Lookout Pass > Discovery Ski Area > Lost Trail Powder Mountain > Maverick MountainDiscover where Montanans hit the slopes. These hometown ski areas offer a taste of true winter life...
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In the northeast corner of the state, untamed wildlife and landscapes beckon nature-lovers of all kinds: bird oglers, stargazers, dinosaur hunters and sunbathers. Adventures await among the wide-open spaces of...
Winter is calling—and the skiing here is epic. Stay at one of our resorts or set up basecamp in a friendly mountain town and explore several ski areas in one...
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Make your Montana visit memorable by experiencing the varied languages, cultures and histories of tribal nations in Montana. Ancient traditions carried on today enrich the state’s cultural landscape.
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Kick off your Eastern Montana adventures on Fort Peck Lake for a day of ice fishing. Clint, the owner of Hell Creek Marina, will get you on the fish —...
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Ancient glaciers leave a breathtaking legacy in a national park and on the state’s largest body of water. Have the camera ready: You’ll want to make sure these family adventures...
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Arrive in the postcard-worthy town of Red Lodge and explore the local shops, galleries and eateries on Main Street. Visit some of the furred and feathered residents of town with...
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Showdown Montana > Bear Paw Ski BowlDiscover where Montanans hit the slopes. These hometown ski areas offer a taste of true winter life in Big Sky Country.
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Norris Hot Springs > Butte > Anaconda > Jackson Hot Springs + Elkhorn Hot SpringsYou can’t get more Montana than this winter getaway featuring snowshoeing, Nordic skiing and small-town exploration...
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Discover the Magic of Montana's Winter Playground.
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Arrive into Great Falls and get acquainted with the Electric City. Nicknamed for its numerous dams, Great Falls straddles the mighty Missouri River where five waterfalls converge.
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For Montana's American Indian people, bison, or buffalo, are revered symbols of strength and unity. Celebrate the bison, see them roam, and discover how the mighty bison helped create the...
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A wide range of winter experiences in Montana can diversify any ski trip, but this itinerary is for the hardcore powder purists – those looking to ski or board without...
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Kick off this five-day itinerary with some self-guided exploration of Missoula, Montana’s second largest city. Then gear up to hit the slopes as you make your way from Lost Trail...
