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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Reel in Relaxation: A Small-Town Montana Fly-Fishing Itinerary
From waiting for bites on the water to grabbing a bite yourself, this five-day Montana fly-fishing getaway takes you on some of the best rivers in the state and to...
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Three Days In Central Montana
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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Four Days West to East
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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A Three-Day Central Montana Backcountry Adventure
Escape to Montana’s mountains, where the only thing that stands between you and the great outdoors is the drive to get there. From camping and hiking in some of Central...
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A Three-Day Southwestern Montana Hiking Trip
Ready to get off the grid? This southwestern Montana itinerary takes you on the backroads to find quiet lakes, peaceful hikes and secluded scenery that will make you feel like...
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A Three-Day Ice Fishing Trip in Northeast Montana
Fishing isn’t just for the warmer months: Here in Montana, it’s a year-round sport. Trade your waders for spikes and take to the ice for a fishing trip in northeastern...
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Ringing in the Holidays on Flathead Lake
Kick off the holiday season with this three-day itinerary to get you into the Christmas spirit. With scenic winter hiking, warm and cozy restaurants and enough yuletide cheer to last...
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Biking the Burger Trail
Motorcycle enthusiasts, get ready to hit the road on this four-day route that takes you through some of the region’s most iconic scenery. Along the way, enjoy delicious signature burgers...
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Central Montana Motorcycle Adventure
Rev up your engines: It’s time for a road trip! This central Montana loop takes you through scenic landscapes, inviting small towns and historical landmarks that help to tell the...
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Eastern Montana Camping Adventure
Your adventure begins with setting up camp at Brush Lake State Park. The park and its scenic, namesake lake lie just about 25 miles from the Montana-North Dakota border in...
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Montana's Biggest Weekend
Looking for a Labor Day getaway? Set your GPS to Dillon for Montana’s Biggest Weekend, a celebration of Western tradition with rodeos, exhibitions and a carnival. Along the way, visit...
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Dinosaur Discovery in Eastern Montana
For aspiring paleontologists and archaeologists-at-heart, this five-day prehistoric expedition through eastern Montana will satisfy your curiosity with up-close-and-personal experiences with the creatures that once roamed the area. In between learning...
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14-Day Western Experiences and History Road Trip
Experience Montana (and a bit of North Dakota) culture up close and personal on this two-week-long expedition showcasing some of the state’s most iconic towns, sights, eats and attractions. This...
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Snowmobiler’s Three-Day Western Montana Escape
Western Montana is home to some of the most diverse terrain in the state, and once the snow blankets the landscape, it becomes a snowmobiler’s paradise. From climbing mountainsides to...
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Spooky Southwest Montana
Southwest Montana is full of history, from the expedition of Lewis and Clark to the boom and bust of the gold rush. There are plenty of stories to be told...
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Bynum to Great Falls
Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and escape to nature for some much needed quiet with this three-day itinerary. The route takes you from the Rocky Mountain...
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Winter Wonderland Family Fun
Check in at Three Bear Lodge, Yellowstone Lodge, Gray Wolf Inn & Suites or Golden Stone Inn and settle in for three days of family fun. Visit the Grizzly and...
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Authentic Western Skiing
Check in at the historic Pollard Hotel in idyllic downtown Red Lodge, home to Red Lodge Ales brewery, numerous bars, shops and restaurants, and true Western hospitality just a stone’s...
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Wildlife Watching and Winter Adventure
Grab lunch at Cowboys Lodge and Grille, Grizzly Grille or Eat Café and then explore the area by cross-country ski or snowshoe. After your outdoor adventure, warm up with a...
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Winter Road to Paradise
Explore the vibrant arts and culture scene in downtown Livingston, including galleries and museums, literary adventures, culinary delights, live music and performing arts—and don’t miss the Yellowstone Gateway Museum. Lunch...
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Wonders of Yellowstone Country
The Beartooth Highway, winding from Red Lodge to Cooke City, offers so much rugged grandeur that you won't be in a rush to reach Yellowstone National Park. But once you...
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Town and Country
Travel from Missoula, western Montana's forward-thinking college town filled with book stores, museums and global cuisine, to deserted mining enclaves, the Bitterroot Valley's open rangeland and history-rich hamlets. Finish your...
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Peak to Peak Glacier Views
The thrilling Going-To-The-Sun Road twists through the heart of Glacier National Park, where a million acres hold rewards for explorers of every kind. Bookend your visit to the park with...
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Home on the Plains
The Great Plains road trip travels near the Missouri River's badlands, where paleontologists have discovered a wealth of dinosaur fossils. There's also human history to explore at one of Montana's...
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Heart of Montana Discoveries
Central Montana promises adventures both above ground and below. Straddling the line between the Rocky Mountain Front and the Central Plains, this culturally important region offers a compelling look into...
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Echoes of History
The frontier spirit thrives in Southeastern Montana's high plains. Hardworking Billings is the region's cosmopolitan center, but in the east, turn back the clock as you tour Little Bighorn Battlefield,...
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Big Sky Exploration
Consider this route a Montana sampler. Stay in one of the state's fastest-growing cities, learn about geology, go ziplining or flyfishing, check out ghost towns and see Yellowstone National Park's...
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Unforgettable Road Trips
Vast overhead expanses give Montana it's nickname: the Big Sky State. Horizons frame the dramatic landscapes, including two spectacular national parks - Yellowstone and Glacier.
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Ultimate Ski Trips: Western Montana
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...
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Ultimate Ski Trips: Glacier Country
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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Ultimate Ski Trips: Central Montana
Looking for the best spots to send it downhill this winter? Central Montana is home to some of the best ski areas in the state, with long runs, short wait...
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Four Day Warm and Cozy in Southwest
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...
