Trip Ideas
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.
A Snowmobiling Weekend in the Seeley-Swan Valley
With more than 600 miles of trails to choose from, Montana’s Seeley-Swan Valley offers big mountain access to snowmobilers of all types. Ride from your door, pick lines through big...
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...
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...
Small-Town Charm
Wander through authentic 1800s ghost towns on this rambling route over mountains, across the Continental Divide and along blue-ribbon trout streams. Legend has it that some of the smaller towns...
Roaming the Great Plains
For Native Americans, bison, also referred to as buffalo, are revered symbols of strength and unity. Celebrate bison, see them roam and discover how the national mammal helped mold the...
Picture Perfect Views
Get ready for a road trip packed with adventure. Learn to river surf, fly-fish, watch bison roam, mine for genuine Montana sapphires and wander through charming small towns.
Billings to the Bighorn
Start this history-packed trip in Billings and travel across southeast Montana for some of the best Native American warrior history of the Great Plains. Soak in the sights of the...
Glacier Hidden Gems
These hidden gems are what make Montana's Glacier National Park so coolGlacier National Park itself isn't exactly a hidden gem-- its enchanting mountain beauty makes it one of the most...
Winter Defined
There are places made for those with a winter soul. Places that speak to those with adventure in their heart and powder play on their mind.
The Road Less Traveled
Itineraries for those looking to experience several ski areas and towns in one tripWith empty two-lane highways, pastoral landscapes, charming small towns, 14 ski areas dotting the state and the...
Family Adventures In Yellowstone Country
Fly into Bozeman where recreation-loving locals can't wait to share their knowledge, enthusiasm and suggestions as your unofficial area guides. Book a stay at The LARK and it's steps to...
Challenge Accepted
Road Trips to the Best of Montana's State ParksSure, Montana is most famous for being home to Glacier NationalPark (and for being the Gateway to Yellowstone, too!) but justbecause you...
Montana's Trailhead
From Bighorn Canyon to Breweries, This is Why Billings is Montana's Trailhead!Billings is a melting pot of everything that makes Montana great: the rustic Western heritage, the natural beauty, the...
Footsteps of Lewis and Clark
RETRACE THE PATH of Lewis and Clark, and parallel two mighty rivers—the Missouri and the Yellowstone—on a five-day loop around the state’s northeastern badlands and spacious plains. This route-less-traveled crosses...
Bighorn and Beyond
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...
A Stellar Adventure: Stargazing and History
Explore Eastern Montana’s fascinating badlands by day (including Montana’s largest state park) and renowned dark skies by night. This trip also includes water recreation at Fort Peck Lake, plus museums...
Dinosaur Discovery Tour
Follow in the footsteps of prehistoric giants and get a fascinating look into some of Montana’s most exciting dino discoveries with visits to the museums and small towns along the...
Wildlife Watching In Central Montana
Grab your binoculars! Visit some of Central Montana’s most charming small towns and enjoy wildlife watching on the stunningly scenic Rocky Mountain Front.
Family Getaway
At Red Lodge Mountain & Discovery Ski AreaMontana has an unpretentious, accessible ski culture that’s ideal for families that want a true winter experience. Ski areas across the state offer...
Bozeman Area
Epic Family AdventuresWhat's in Yellowstone's neighborhood? In the backyard of the world's first national park, Bozeman beckons with hot attractions. Delight the family with all that Yellowstone Country tourism region...
Philipsburg Day Trip
The draw of Philipsburg, MT, an old West-mining town that is still very much alive starts with the painted mainstreet and sweet spots to stop like Sweet Palace, a candy...
Butte Day Trip
Formerly known as the "Richest Hill on Earth," Butte is home to one of the nation's largest National Historic Districts second only to New Orleans. This colorful mining town offers...
Glacier Country Road Trips
In Glacier Country, wildlife thrives on the land and water, with even the tiniest creatures eliciting wonder from kids and adults of every age. We've even mapped it all out,...