Mountains | Lakes | Skiing Western Montana’s Glacier Country is the officially recognized destination stewardship organization for the region encompassing Western Montana, including Glacier National Park. We are essential to the economic and social well-being of the 75+ communities we represent, balancing quality of visitor experience with quality of life for the people who call this place home.
Mountains | Lakes | Skiing Western Montana’s Glacier Country is the officially recognized destination stewardship organization for the region encompassing Western Montana, including Glacier National Park. We are essential to the economic and social well-being of the 75+ communities we represent, balancing quality of visitor experience with quality of life for the people who call this place home.
Winter, Summer, Spring
1 week
Start from Missoula, Stevensville, Ravalli, Seeley Lake and connect your route through regional highways and state roads.
The Smokejumper Visitor Center, located in Missoula, Montana, is part of one of the largest smokejumper bases in the country. The Smokejumper Visitor Center pro...
Built of adobe and logs, Fort Owen is the site of the first permanent white settlement in Montana. Father Pierre DeSmet came to the area in 1841 and established...
Frenchtown Pond State Park is a small, spring-fed lake that has a maximum depth of 18 feet. A variety of fish including; sunfish, bass and bullhead provide fair...
The largest island in the largest freshwater lake (Flathead Lake) west of Minnesota. Wild Horse Island has been a landmark since the Salish-Kootenai Indians wer...
Only the lower mile of the creek provides fair fishing for eastern brook trout. The area has been logged repeatedly since the early 1900s.
Amazing Place Music presents Brooklyn-born and raised Broadway Star Capathia Jenkins, "On The Stage" for an intimate evening of incredible singing, storytelling, and unparalleled m...
Young Frankenstein (PG-13) Young Frankenstein follows Frederick Frankenstein, the skeptical American grandson of the infamous Dr. Victor Frankenstein, who travels to Transylvania t...
Come join us for fun family game day. Everyone is invited to come. Every Second Saturday of the month from 1-3pm.
Award-winning Canadian folk/bluegrass band The Dead South will return to KettleHouse Amphitheater in Bonner, MT on Saturday, June 13, 2026, with special guest Amigo the Devil. The...
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Christopher Cross is set to perform live at The Wilma on Saturday, June 13, 2026. This is a fully reserved seated concert, so if you have your eye...
Feel the first warm, aromatic breezes of spring as the Bozeman Symphony performs Copland's Appalachian Spring. Also on the program is Adams' Harmonielehre, a breathtaking fusion of...
A natural impoundment, Salmon Lake is one of the beautiful links in the chain of lakes on the Clearwater River and just south of Seeley Lake. Fishing, boating,...
Located on a branch of the Clearwater River, Placid Lake is known for its good trout fishing and smooth water. A number of facilities are provided for camping,...
Located in the Bitterroot Mountains, Painted Rocks Reservoir offers boating, camping, and fishing in a scenic, western pine-forest setting. The park is 23 acres...
Bear Creek Campground is located in the Bitterroot National Forest. There is one campsite at Bear Creek, with access to restrooms. Drinking water is not provide...
Rock Creek Horsecamp is located in Bitterroot National Forest at an elevation of 4,500 feet. There are 9 campsites, 4 of which are pull-through. The campground...
Schumaker Campground is located very close to the boundary of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness at an elevation of 6,500 feet. It overlooks Twin Lakes with swimm...
This scenic drive is one that will amaze. Start in Missoula, located at the junction of five mountain valleys: Clark Fork Valley to the west, Flathead Valley to the north, Blackfoo...
In 2015, Glacier National Park received its 100 millionth visitor since its establishment in 1910. It's still every bit as enchanting now as it was back then.
Slow down to enjoy the scenery in Missoula, a gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community. Rent a bike and ride the Riverfront Trail to the hand-carved Carousel for Missoula.
Montana is famed for its stunning natural beauty, but there's more to the state than just majestic mountains, sweeping green valleys, crystal lakes, and lush forests. The quaint to...
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 par...
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 la...
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...
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 distraction...
Montana’s Flathead Lake is a paradise for water recreation of all kinds. It’s the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River and has more than 180 miles of shoreline to...
Montana’s Flathead Lake is a paradise for water recreation of all kinds. It’s the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River and has more than 180 miles of shoreline to...
From vast lakes and rivers to rolling prairies, Indigenous lands across Montana hold significance that goes far beyond their natural beauty. Enjoying tribal lands is a rewarding pu...
It would be easy to assume that Tom Elpel’s favorite way to recreate in Montana is to paddle a river. After all, he carved a dugout canoe with the help of Churchill Clark, a direct...
Montana’s landscapes are shaped by its rivers. Carving canyons out of age-old rock formations and offering the backdrop for the history that put this state on the map, these waterw...
Fishing puns are easy. Often too easy.
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Accessibility planning resourcesLearn protocols, local context, and cultural guidance before visiting tribal nations.
Respectful travel guidanceMake preparedness part of your trip plan: weather, roads, fire, access, safety, and respectful travel protocols.
Pack for rapid weather changes and elevation swings, even in summer.
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Review guidanceCarry bear spray where recommended, keep distance from wildlife, and follow posted guidance.
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Review guidanceMonitor road cameras, weather alerts, and traction requirements before mountain travel in winter.
Review guidanceFollow Leave No Trace practices, respect closures, and recreate responsibly on public and private lands.
Review guidanceLearn protocols, local context, and cultural guidance before visiting tribal nations.
Review guidanceConfirm accessibility details with lodging, attractions, and event hosts before arrival.
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