15 Photos That Perfectly Sum Up Montana In The Summer

The beauty of living in a state that experiences all four seasons is that there's always something to look forward to. But as beautiful as Montana looks covered in snow, it looks just as incredible in the sunshine. These photos of Montana in the summer perfectly capture the beauty of warm weather in The Last Best Place.

1. The beginning of the Montana moonrise on this year's summer solstice.

2. The summer solstice full moon in all its glory, shining over Big Sky Country.

3. Virginia City on a late June morning before its streets are flooded with tourists.

4. A beautiful shot of Glacier National Park in early summer.

5. Livingston's 4th of July Parade.

6. West Yellowstone, one of the gateways to Yellowstone National Park and a popular place for tourists to stop.

7. Seeley Lake, the place where so many summer memories are made.

8. Everyone in Missoula's favorite sight on a hot summer day: The Big Dipper ice cream truck.

9. A breathtaking Bozeman sunset.

10. Summer means Going-to-the-Sun Road is open for driving.

11. The Gates of the Mountains tour boats are ready for their next adventures.

12. The stars come out at night at Garnet Ghost Town, and the summer sky is especially clear.

13. Billings' MontanaFair in August.

14. Whitefish City Beach, a favorite summer hangout.

15. A little person enjoying the big open spaces of Bridger Canyon near Bozeman.

Did these photos make you a little nostalgic? Don't worry, there's still a little summer left! Here's how to make the most of it.