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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Outdoor adventure and spectacular scenery abound on this scenic loop through southern Montana, along the Beartooth Highway and into Yellowstone National Park. Hike on a wilderness plateau, raft the Stillwater...
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Retrace the path of Lewis and Clark and parallel two mighty rivers—the Missouri and the Yellowstone—on a loop around the state’s northeastern badlands and spacious plains. This route-less-traveled crosses the...
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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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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...
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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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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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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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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...
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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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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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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.
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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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...
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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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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...
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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...
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The vast expanse of Flathead Lake, cradled by sky-high peaks, is one of northwest Montana's most iconic features. Families dot the beaches and boaters skim the water.
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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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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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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...
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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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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...
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Explore Trip Ideas and Inspirations in Yellowstone Country.
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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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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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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...
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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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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...
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Grab your binoculars! Visit some of Central Montana’s most charming small towns and enjoy wildlife watching on the stunningly scenic Rocky Mountain Front.
