These 13 Epic Mountains In Montana Will Drop Your Jaw

The name "Montana" is based on the Latin or Spanish word for "mountainous," so needless to say, our state has its share of scenic mountain ranges. Each of our mountains adds such a unique beauty to the Treasure State and these amazing photos capture how incredible they really are. Here are just a handful of the best mountains in Montana.

1. Bridger Range

This mountain range is best seen from Bozeman. If you want to explore this area and truly admire its beauty, take a scenic drive, or try the adventurous 4.5-mile hike up Sacagawea Peak along the Bridger Range.

Let's take a hike to Bearhat Mountain in Glacier National Park in this video from David Boyer as he shows off some beautiful Montana mountains:

2. Moonset over the Bitterroot Mountains

This photo was snapped along the Nez Perce National Historic Trail in Florence. In the winter months, if you want to explore the Bitterroot Mountains, rent a snowmobile and go on an adventure!

3. Swiftcurrent Sunset, Lewis Range

Did you know that the Lewis Range is home to Montana's Triple Divide Peak? A triple divide is a point on the Earth's surface where three drainage basins meet and only a few are found in the United States.

4. Tobacco Root Mountains

You need a panoramic shot to fully capture the beauty of the Tobacco Root Mountains. And if you plan a visit to these mountains, check out the small town of Pony which sits right on the edge of these mountains.

5. Sinopah and Rising Wolf Mountains

You’ll find this view in the southeastern part of Glacier National Park.

6. Woodward Mountain, Madison Range

Isn't this mountain absolutely beautiful? Some of the best ranges in Montana are still waiting to be explored.

Take a panoramic view of the beautiful Woodward Mountain and the Madison Range in this video from Mountain Journey:

7. Mission Mountains

That's quite the view from Turquoise Lake. There's no doubt this is one of the best mountains in Montana and one that you need to visit — it's gorgeous!

8. Rising Wolf Mountain in Winter

You'll find the Rising Wolf Mountain in the Lewis Range in Glacier National Park. The peak is inspiring any time of the year.

9. Supermoon Setting in the Centennial Mountains

The Centennial Mountains are located in the Bitterroot Range. Only a few ranges within the Rocky Mountains trend west to east, the Centennial Mountains and the Bitterroot Range are one of them.

10 . Lake McDonald View

The beautiful mountains in the distance make this lake view even better. Lake McDonald is also one of the best places in the Treasure State to capture gorgeous sunrises. There is no sleeping in when at this lake!

11. Garnet Range

The gorgeous Garnet Mountain Range has scenic byways, amazing views, and the most well-preserved ghost town in Montana.

12. Crazy Mountains

These mountains are incredible! If you want to see even more incredible footage of the Crazy Mountains, check out our feature article.

13. Bearhat Mountain

Some of the state's most stunning mountains and hills can be found at Glacier National Park. Near Bearhat Mountain lies one of the most beautiful lakes that definitely deserves to be on your bucket list — Avalanche Lake.

Let's take a hike to Bearhat Mountain in Glacier National Park in this video from David Boyer as he shows off some beautiful Montana mountains:

Aren't they incredible? What are your favorite Montana mountain ranges? What do you consider to be the best mountains in Montana? Let us know in the comments! With so many beautiful mountains in Montana stay on top of the best hiking trails with AllTrails+.