GLACIER COUNTRY, MONTANA
AMONG THE DRAMATIC, GORGEOUS LANDSCAPES OF WESTERN MONTANA’S GLACIER COUNTRY, YOU’LL FIND EXTRAORDINARY OUTDOOR RECREATION, NINE SCENIC TRAVEL CORRIDORS, 75+ CAPTIVATING SMALL TOWNS AND ADVENTURES YOU’LL REMEMBER FOREVER.
Discover Flathead Lake – the largest freshwater lake in the West – featuring Montana’s coveted Flathead cherries, storybook villages, water sports and year-round adventure. Fly-fish a legendary river or blue-ribbon trout stream, stroll a “Best of the West” famers market, stargaze the most mesmerizing night sky you’ll ever see, or explore two American Indian reservations and learn about the Blackfeet Nation and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. There’s an authentic Western experience here for every type of traveler.
Western Montana’s charming communities are made up of arts and culture hot spots; vibrant historic districts; and walkable downtowns with breweries, distilleries, culinary delights, local shopping and easy access to the great outdoors. You’ll find plenty of lodging options, from rustic to luxury. For a truly Western experience, stay in a timbered lodge or on a working guest ranch and saddle up for the adventure of a lifetime.
The Crown of the Continent – Glacier National Park – anchors the region with more than 1 million acres of jaw-dropping terrain. Hike to sparkling glacial lakes, take your pick of more than 200+ waterfalls, and be mesmerized by majestic towering mountains in every direction. The park is open year-round, and autumn is arguably the best time to visit, with watchable wildlife, cooler temperatures and golden fall hues popping against snowcapped peaks. Spring is the park’s quiet season and the perfect time to bike the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road or watch as baby wildlife emerge. Explore the natural wonders and rich history of the park on an interpretive bus tour or historic red bus tour and learn about the Plains Indian connection to a breathtaking landscape that dates back centuries. Plan your getaway to Glacier Country at glaciermt.com and discover the Montana you had in mind.