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Authentic Western Skiing Trip Route

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 hos...

Summer
Big Sky Exploration Trip Route

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...

Summer
Butte Area Trip Route

Butte Area

Where's a west that's still wild? That would be Butte and the surrounding Southwest Montana tourism region, home to ghost towns, cowboy cookouts and tours that...

Southwest Montana Summer
Central Montana Motorcycle Adventure Trip Route

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 tha...

Central Montana Summer
Four Day Warm and Cozy in Southwest Trip Route

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, Nord...

Southwest Montana Spring · Winter
Ghost Town State Park Trip Route

Ghost Town State Park

The town of Bannack was founded in 1862, when gold was discovered on Grasshopper Creek, and it didn't take long for prospectors and enterprising businessmen to...

Summer
Main Street Adventures Trip Route

Main Street Adventures

This five-day loop through central and southwest Montana travels in and on the edge of the Rockies. Celebrate Western art, explore state parks and the state cap...

Summer
Small Towns & Ghost Towns Trip Route

Small Towns & Ghost Towns

Wander through authentic 1800s ghost towns on this rambling four-day route over mountains, across the Continental Divide, and along blue-ribbon trout streams. B...

Fall
Ten Day Ski Getaway: Montana's Local Gems Trip Route

Ten Day Ski Getaway: Montana's Local Gems

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 resid...

Summer
Two Day Ski Getaway: Montana's Local Gems Trip Route

Two Day Ski Getaway: Montana's Local Gems

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.

Winter
Wildest Locales Trip Route

Wildest Locales

Looking to take a walk on the wild side? There's no better place to experience some truly untamed wildlife and wilderness than Montana! With large stretches of...

Fall
Wildlife Watching and Winter Adventure Trip Route

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, war...

Winter
Winter Road to Paradise Trip Route

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 perfo...

Winter
Winter Wonderland Family Fun Trip Route

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 Wo...

Winter
Wonders of Yellowstone Country Trip Route

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...

Yellowstone Country Summer
Glacier Country Region

Glacier Country

Mountains | Lakes | Skiing Western Montana’s Glacier Country is the officially recognized destination stewardship organization for the region encompassing We...

Glacier Country Winter · Summer · Spring
Southeast Montana Region

Southeast Montana

Badlands | Rodeos | Dinosaurs Out here, big sky meets big adventure. It's the kind of place to slow down and fall in love with Montana.

Southeast Montana Summer · Winter
Arrastra Creek Trail Place

Arrastra Creek Trail

Arrastra Creek Trail (482) begins off Beaver Creek Road 4106 where there is ample parking with a horse ramp available. The trail starts out as a road but turns....

Southwest Montana Summer
Basin Lakes Trail Place

Basin Lakes Trail

Basin Lakes Trail (61) is for the accomplished hiker or biker. It leads to Basin Lakes, a popular fishing area. Length: 3.8 miles Trail Begins: Basin Camp on Fo...

Yellowstone Country Summer
Beehive Basin Trail Place

Beehive Basin Trail

Beehive Basin boasts some of the most breathtaking views Big Sky has to offer. This 6.6 mile round trip hike slopes up moderately with an elevation gain of 1,50...

Yellowstone Country Summer
Big George Gulch Trail 251 Place

Big George Gulch Trail 251

Length: 6.1 miles Trail Begins: Trail Junction 210 Trail Ends: Trail Junction 220 Big George Gulch Trail (251) is 6.1 miles and recommended for use from mid-spr...

Central Montana Summer