HideBig Sky MontanaThe Biggest Skiing in America, next door to Yellowstone National Park. The main attraction at Big Sky is the ski resort, which offers great skiing in the winter and awesome mountain biking in the summer. The town is also well known for its golf courses, easy access to the Gallatin River, and it can provide a good basecamp fo Go
HideBozeman MontanaLively Ski Town near Mountainous Expanses and Wide Open Spaces.Explore downtown Bozeman, spend at least a day in Yellowstone National Park, take the family to the Museum of the Rockies, and take a hike up Beartrap Canyon. Go
HideGlacier National ParkVast Mountain Valleys, Glacial Lakes, Epic Hikes, and Historic Lodges.Glacier National Park and Waterton National Park are the highlights of Northern Montana. Whether you enjoy hiking, boating, or just taking in the scenic views, spend as much time as you can in these parks. Go
HideMissoula Montana1 . Be sure to hike the "M" trail right in town, explore the arts and culture of downtown Missoula, and get out of town for a hike near Rock Creek. Go
HideRed Lodge MontanaSmall western town near Beartooth Pass and the great outdoors. Drive the Beartooth Highway. Visit Yellowstone National Park. Ski at Red Lodge Resort. Go
HideWest Yellowstone MontanaYellowstone Basecamp and Snowmobiling Mecca.Visitors flock to West Yellowstone because of its easy access to Yellowstone National Park. Other nearby attractions include Hebgen Lake, the IMAX Theater, and the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center. Go
HideWhitefish MontanaFlathead Lake and an Outdoorsy Lifestyle in Far North Montana.Glacier National Park is the biggest draw to the area, but it doesn't stop there. Flathead Lake, wilderness areas, Whitefish Resort, and a great deal of history will entice any visitor. Go
Dan loves it:Hyalite Canyon/Lake/Recreation Area is great for an easy trip into the mountains, as is Gallatin Canyon.More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Dan knows:One of Bozeman's attractions is Missouri Headwaters State Park, where the Jefferson, Madison, and Gallatin Rivers converge to form the mighty Missouri. The nearby Yellowstone River is the longest undammed river in the US.More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Dan crushed it:Whitefish is the closest large town to Glacier National Park, and all the park's wonderful lakes and waterfalls. It also situated near the Flathead, Swan, and Kootenai rivers, all excellent recreational rivers! More on Attractions in Whitefish Montana >>Top Pick: Whitefish Montana
Dan's been there:Glacier National Park contains some of the most photographed lakes in the world. Sitting on the terrace of Many Glacier Lodge and looking across the lake at the peaks beyond is sublime. The park has numerous waterfalls.More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Dan's been there:The Madison River and Henry's Fork are famous for fly fishing. I really enjoyed boating on Hebgen Lake and Henry's Lake and Island Park Reservoir are popular as well. Check out Quake Lake and take a trip to Mesa Falls.More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Dan knows:The amazing peaks of Glacier National Park are just up the road from Whitefish Montana, while the Mission, Swan, Flathead and Whitefish Ranges all rise dramatically nearby. The whole Flathead Valley is flanked by mountains.More on Attractions in Whitefish Montana >>Top Pick: Whitefish Montana
Dan's little secret:Easy access to the Absaroka-Beartooth mountain range, the largest land mass above 10,000 feet in North America. It forms a dramatic entrance into Yellowstone National Park via Beartooth Pass or the Chief Joseph Highway.More on Attractions in Red Lodge Montana >>Top Pick: Red Lodge Montana
Dan's tidbit:Bozeman lies in a large, open valley, alongside the beautiful Bridger Mountains. The Gallatin, Madison, Tobacco Root, Absaroka, and Crazy mountain ranges all come into view from points near town.More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Dan's been there:Glacier's mountains win me over every time! Such beauty... especially with a visit to adjoining Waterton National Park in Canada. More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Dan's good word:Lone Peak is an unmistakable sight, rising above Big Sky, Montana and serving as the centerpiece for the ski resort. The Spanish Peaks, Gallatin Range, and Madison Range wrap Big Sky with rugged mountain scenery. More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Dan's tip:The Oregon Trail route, Lewis and Clark explorations, the Hayden Expedition into Yellowstone, and dinosaur fossils ... all in Bozeman's outstanding Museum of the Rockies. Tip: visit Virginia City gold mining town!More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Dan raves:Big Sky is mainly known as an outstanding ski resort, but to me - it's a nook within a larger natural corridor, formed by the Gallatin National Forest and Yellowstone National Park. More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Dan knows:Large expanses of the Gallatin National Forest are accessible near Bozeman, and Yellowstone National Park isn't far away. The Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness is vast and rugged.More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Dan's tip:Red Lodge is a gateway to Montana's Beartooth Wilderness and Yellowstone National Park, beyond. This area is one of the most rugged and wild places in the US.More on Attractions in Red Lodge Montana >>Top Pick: Red Lodge Montana
Dan gives props:For a true wilderness escape, head into the nearby Bob Marshall Wilderness ("The Bob") - the 3rd largest wilderness complex and one of the biggest road less areas in the United States!More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Dan's little secret:Northwest Montana is a lush natural area, watered by snowmelt and glacial streams and rivers. Wildlife abounds within huge, protected forests, such as the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Glacier National Park is right next door!More on Attractions in Whitefish Montana >>Top Pick: Whitefish Montana
Dan's good word:Henry's Lake and Harriman State Parks are popular local recreation areas, and of course, Yellowstone National Park is right next door.More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Dan's two cents:Glacier and Waterton National Parks are close to Whitefish Montana. The state park areas on Whitefish and Flathead lakes are wonderful. Life is good in Northwest Montana!More on Attractions in Whitefish Montana >>Top Pick: Whitefish Montana
Dan wants you to know:Glacier makes my Top 5 list for National Parks (been to most of them) and borders Waterton National Park, one of Canada's finest. The Flathead Valley features excellent Montana state parks along Whitefish and Flathead Lakes.More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Dan loves it:Mountain goats! Be sure to have plenty of disk space and battery life available on your camera when you enter Glacier National Park! We really enjoyed our visit to Waterton NP as well. Red Jammers are way cool.More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Dan's tidbit:I love Gallatin Canyon!More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Dan loves it:Bigfork is a very appealing little town. Canada is nearby, so Whitefish is an awesome launching point into the Canadian Rockies!More on Attractions in Whitefish Montana >>Top Pick: Whitefish Montana
Drew's little secret:Big Sky is a gateway to Yellowstone National Park!More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Alyson's been there:Great Montana parks can be enjoyed along the Chief Joseph scenic highway. I've camped in many of them while driving between Portland and Missoula in college.More on Attractions in Missoula Montana >>Top Pick: Missoula Montana
Alyson loves it:Incredible wilderness and hot springs! Loved camping and soaking at Lolo and Bob Wier back in college. Quinn's Hot Springs Resort, in Paradise, MT, is also an incredible spot. Lots of hiking to waterfalls and great vistas.More on Attractions in Missoula Montana >>Top Pick: Missoula Montana
Alyson raves:Great rivers for fishing and rafting. Some of the best in our region!More on Attractions in Missoula Montana >>Top Pick: Missoula Montana
Dan's been there:If Glacier National Park isn't enough nature for you, try Waterton National Park and the seemingly endless Canadian Rockies to the north. More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Dan crushed it:The entire Front Range, along Highways 89 & 287 from Glacier to Helena, represent the best of Montana - peaks to prairies!More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Dan's been there:The Flathead River, Hungry Horse Reservoir, Whitefish Lake and Flathead Lake offer serious recreation outside the park.More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Dan's two cents:Whitefish Lake, Hungry Horse Reservoir, Lake Koocanusa, Swan Lake and popular Flathead Lake are all within easy range for boating, fishing, and camping.More on Attractions in Whitefish Montana >>Top Pick: Whitefish Montana
Lisa's good word:The Gallatin River flows right below Big Sky along the highway. It's known for great fishing and some rafting, but it is simply beautiful. We found a couple campsites right along the river that provided the perfect setting.More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Lisa's tip:The glacial lakes of Glacier National Park are unlike any other lakes in the lower 48s. And the waterfalls are stunning as well. With so much snow melt in the spring, it's no wonder Glacier National Park is full of water.More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Lisa suggests:Nearby Hebgen Lake is great for water sports, camping, and fishing. More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Lisa's two cents:Lone Peak towers above Big Sky as both the ski area and a fun summer hike. Beehive Basin is nearby as well and has fun hiking and biking trails.More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Lisa crushed it:I was blown away by the vastness of Glacier. Climbing up Going to the Sun Road to Logan Pass, you can look out over canyon after canyon, all rimmed with trees, cliffs, and jagged peaks.More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Lisa's tip:The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center is very well done. The animals here have been saved and it doesn't make you feel like you are at an amusement park. The IMAX is also pretty cool too.More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Lisa's tip:It's right next door to Yellowstone National Park, offering some of the best access to the park's attractions. More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Lisa's little secret:While you can drive through the park in a day, to really see Glacier National Park requires a week of exploration. There are so many hiking trails, different places to stay, and water sports like canoeing and boat tours.More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
Lauryn did it:Big Sky is only 55 miles north of the Western entrance to Yellowstone National Park. You can stay at very nice resort lodging for 1/2 of what you pay for motel lodging in West Yellowstone. More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Lauryn's tip:Whitefish is a great basecamp for exploring Glacier National Park. It is only 23 miles away, with some of the best lodging for families and larger groups. More on Attractions in Whitefish Montana >>Top Pick: Whitefish Montana
Lauryn's tip:My favorite view of the mountains surrounding Big Sky is from a hot tub in Moonlight Basin. Almost every vacation rental in that area has a private hot tub - and all with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Lauryn's been there:Whitefish is only 23 miles from Glacier National Park - home to some of the most stunning peaks in North America!More on Attractions in Whitefish Montana >>Top Pick: Whitefish Montana
Lauryn raves:Whitefish Lake is a former glacier - but now a popular destination for residents and visitors! A big sandy beach is great for laying out, or enjoy the waters of the lake on a boat or kayak. More on Attractions in Whitefish Montana >>Top Pick: Whitefish Montana
Carli's tip:Great lakes and rivers in Montana! Check out Hebgen Lake, Yellowstone River, Yellowstone Lake, Buffalo River, Island Park Reservoir, Gallatin River, Madison River, and Henry's Fork. More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Carli's been there:Within the proximity of Bozeman you have several different Montana mountain ranges that give the area a varied feel.More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Carli loves it:I suggest skiing the Bridger Range and hiking in the Spanish Peaks area.More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Carli wants you to know:Head into the park. Check out the Firehole River and the many hot springs. More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Carli suggests:The canyons, Lewis and Clark Caverns and Buffalo Jump State Park all count here. As well as the varied trails, hot springs, shallow lakes, and biking trails that surround Bozeman. More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Carli's good word:Gallatin National Forest, Yellowstone, and hiking around the Lewis and Clark Caverns are breathtaking.More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Carli loves it:The Imax theater, the West Yellowstone Visitors Center and Grizzly and Wolf Center are great nearby Montana museums. Always interesting.More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Carli's tip:Downtown Bozeman claims a lot of history and historic places so that area alone makes this a good choice for learning about Montana history.More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Carli loves it:There is first and foremost Yellowstone, then Gallatin Forest.More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Carli suggests:It is the west entrance to Yellowstone after all. Harriman State Park and Grand Teton National Park are nearby as well. More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Carli suggests:Bridger Mountains, the Gallatin National Forest, as well as the proximity to Yellowstone make Big Sky exceptional for a wilderness retreat.More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Carli's been there:Well let's start with "A River Runs Through It." We can move on to the 3 major rivers: Gallatin, Madison and Yellowstone. Then head to Hyalite and Canyon Ferry for boating and smaller rivers like the Missouri and Shields. More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Carli's tip:Fishing the Gallatin river is one of the highlights of a Big Sky trip! Hebgen Lake is another adventure too.More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Lauryn raves:The Gallatin and the Madison are both Montana rivers you can raft while staying in Big Sky country and offer a range of Class I - IV+ rapids. More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
Mike wants you to know:A true 'rite of Spring' relative to Yellowstone Park is seeing baby bison joined with their mothers along the roadsides of US 191 near West Yellowstone, lazily soaking up the sun and grazing on new grass in the meadows.More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Mike loves it:Sporting dozens of lakes and as many, if not more streams and major rivers, within a 30-minute drive, people who love to fish, boat and swim will enjoy this region.More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Mike crushed it:Hebgen Lake in July and August is great for water skiing, personal watercraft riding, and fishing for big trout in the quiet bays, especially early morning before the wind picks up.More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
Mike's tip:Since the Bozeman Trail was created as an off-chute from the pioneering Oregon Trail, lots of early settlement history exists in Bozeman. The Museum of the Rockies and the National Computer Museum are great too!More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Mike gives props:Popular hot springs exist anywhere from 10 to 40 min from downtown. With nearby National Forest trails and easily accessible in-town bike and walking trails, visitors can enjoy Montana outdoor recreation all year long.More on Attractions in Bozeman Montana >>Top Pick: Bozeman Montana
Mike's tidbit:Yellowstone is at its front door, need we say more. Then, out the backdoor is the Gallatin National Forest, Lee Metcalf Wilderness and the Quake Lake Historic site.More on Attractions in West Yellowstone Montana >>Top Pick: West Yellowstone Montana
B.J. did it:Glacier is one of my favorite national parks and the top of the list for Montana national parks. The mountains here go on forever and the trail network lets you explore them for days on end!More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
B.J.'s tidbit:Glacier is a true nature lover's paradise and at the top of the list for Montana attractions. Take a hike to discover wildflower groves and clear meandering streams. Your might even run into a mountain goat along your way.More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
B.J.'s little secret:Be sure to take a hike up Beehive Basin to get up close and personal with the Spanish Peaks, some of the best of Montana mountains.More on Attractions in Big Sky Montana >>Top Pick: Big Sky Montana
B.J. loves it:The mountains of Glacier are simply stunning. To top of it off, you can drive to the top of a few of them and hike into, around and on top of all of them!More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
B.J. suggests:Few people discover the Beartooth Mountain Range, but those that do find accessible high mountain solitude.More on Attractions in Red Lodge Montana >>Top Pick: Red Lodge Montana
B.J.'s tip:Glacier is one of my favorite National Parks because of its plethora of rivers and lakes that are scattered throughout the gorgeous mountains. The mountains reflecting in its pristine lakes are unreal.More on Attractions in Glacier National Park >>Top Pick: Glacier National Park
