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Beehive Basin Trail Sounds Intimidating, But It’s One of the Best Hikes in Montana

Don't let the rugged name fool you. Beehive Basin Trail rewards hikers with wildflower meadows, alpine lakes, and sweeping mountain views, making it one of Montana's most unforgettable day hikes.

by Kate Orlando
on Jul 20
Mountain view of Beehive Basin Trail in Montana.
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Everyone Always Goes to Lake McDonald in Montana: Go Here Instead

by Courtnie Erickson
on Jul 9
Mountains are reflected in the calm water of Kintla Lake at sunrise.
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Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Lone Pine State Park

by Kate Orlando
on Jun 18
A calm lake reflects a mountain covered in pine trees at Lone Pine Park in Montana.
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Skip the Crowds at Glacier National Park: 5 Underrated Montana Spots to Visit Instead

by Taryn Shorr-Mckee
on Jun 5
Three piers on Flathead Lake facing the mountains at sunset
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The Small-Town State Park in Montana Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

by Courtnie Erickson
on May 20
Sun shines on Lost Creek Falls, a 50-foot waterfall in a small-town state park in Montana.

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Take a Unique Adventure On Montana’s Best Bike Path

From calm river stretches and forested canyon walls to easy, flat paths that follow the Clark Fork River, this Missoula bike trail delivers Montana’s wild beauty without the uphill climb.

by Kate Orlando
on May 11
Downtown Missoula is visible across the river, as seen on the Kim Williams Nature Trail in Montana.
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5 Picture Perfect Nature Trails in Montana for a Spring Hike

From roaring spring waterfalls and blooming wildflowers to peaceful lakes and towering cedar forests, these Montana trails showcase the season’s fresh energy and unforgettable mountain scenery.

by Kate Orlando
on Apr 19
A hiker watches the sunset over the Bitteroot Mountains from Bear Creek Overlook.
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Don’t Attempt This One Hike in Montana Unless You’re up for a Real Challenge

This Glacier National Park trail offers nonstop views at every turn, but its steep climbs and rugged terrain make it a thrilling challenge, not a casual stroll.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Jan 29
Looking toward a deep valley and rugged mountains along the Siyeh Pass Trail in Montana.
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Find 5 Bucket-List-Level Views in Montana Without Needing To Be an Expert Hiker

These five destinations deliver big scenery without the tough climbs, proving you don’t need to be an expert hiker to experience something unforgettable.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Dec 21
Standing at an overlook, looking into Blodgett Canyon on a summer day in Montana.
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This Scenic Montana State Park Trail Is Even Better in the Winter

Maybe it’s the quiet, the snowy forest scenes, or the wintry city below, but there's so much to love about this trail in Montana's Lone Pine State Park.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Dec 1
A thermos and baked good sit on a rock railing overlooking the Flathead Valley covered in a blanket of snow.