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National & State Parks

Skip the Crowds at Glacier National Park: 5 Underrated Montana Spots to Visit Instead

For travelers willing to go beyond the obvious, Montana rewards curiosity. And in my experience, the places you'll remember most aren’t the ones from the postcards.

by Sarah McCosham
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.
Nature

Take a Unique Adventure On Montana’s Best Bike Path

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

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

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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Hiking

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.
Nature
Hiking

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.
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Hiking

Only the Brave Attempt This Claustrophobic Hike in Montana

Shimmying through this narrow, water-worn canyon in Western Montana will lead you to a whole world of hiking opportunities.

by Jennifer Brooks-Parker
on Nov 6
A narrow, rocky canyon with tall stone walls, scattered boulders, and pine trees growing between the rocks.
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Hiking

The Epic 5-Mile Trail in Montana That’s Worth Every Drop of Sweat

You'll be challenged physically and mentally but the views are worth it.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Oct 6
Looking over mountains, valleys, and vast skies at Storm Castle Peak in Montana.
Nature
National & State Parks

Beaverhead Rock Is an Underrated Montana State Park That Will Pleasantly Surprise You This Fall

Montana's least-visited state park may be small, but it's actually a pretty prominent piece of history.

by Jennifer Brooks-Parker
on Sep 22
A flock of birds flies over rolling plains and silhouetted mountain peaks at sunset under a dramatic, cloud-filled sky.
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Hiking

Underrated National Forest Hikes in Montana That Rival Glacier’s Highline Trail

Montana is full of bucket list hikes, but you don't have to flock to the state's most popular parks and trails to enjoy breathtaking scenery.

by Jennifer Brooks-Parker
on May 14
Female Hiker and Lake Josephine on The Grinnell Glacier Trail, Glacier National Park, Montana, USA
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Hiking

Unreal Views and Hidden Huckleberries Await on This Montana Trail

As you tackle this trail near Bozeman, keep your eyes out for something small and sweet.

by Courtnie Erickson
on May 14
A beautiful view from the Leverich Canyon Trail in Montana.
Nature
Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Can’t Make It to Flathead Lake? Try This Lesser-Known Montana Alternative

Enjoy quiet and beauty just a short drive from Flathead Lake. This is a hidden gem in northern Montana.

by Courtnie Erickson
on May 7
A small dock on Echo Lake in Montana on a summer day.
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Hiking

Adventure’s Calling: This Trail Is Ideal for Discovering Wildflowers and Quiet Overlooks in Montana

You'll feel like you are standing on top of the world on this Montana trail.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Jul 11
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National & State Parks

A Little-Known Montana State Park Perfect for a Quiet Escape

Tucked away in Eastern Montana, Medicine Rocks State Park is a quiet spot filled with unique rock formations, dramatic landscapes, and endless big-sky views.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Apr 13
Sandstone pillars rise up out of the ground at Medicine Rocks State Park, a quiet Montana state park.
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Hiking

We Did the Research, This Is Officially the Most Straight-to-the-Point Hiking Trail Name in Montana

The name may be boring but the views are not.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Jun 11
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Hiking

I Hiked This Historic Hiking Trail in Montana, Here’s Why I Recommend It

This beautiful, towering landmark in central Montana was once a waypoint for Native Americans, Lewis and Clark, and countless early settlers in the Missouri River Valley.

by Jennifer Brooks-Parker
on May 29
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National & State Parks

We Love Our National Parks, but This Montana Park Is Just as Bucket-List-Worthy

It is hard to beat Montana's national parks, but Lake Mary Ronan State Park deserves just as much attention. It's a bucket-list-worthy gem in the Treasure State.

by Courtnie Erickson
on May 11
A fishing pier extends out onto the blue water of Lake Mary Ronan in northern Montana.
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Hiking

Explore One of Montana’s Most Colorful Lake Hikes

Fall in love with Montana all over again when you tackle the Branham Lakes Trail, a lake and wildflower hike in Montana.

by Courtnie Erickson
on Mar 31
View along a Montana trail: a vibrant wildflower alpine meadow under rugged, jagged mountain peaks.
Nature
National & State Parks

Glacier’s Hidden Lake Trail Is Worth the Hike

Although I wasn't properly prepared when I went, Hidden Lake Trail turned out to be one of the best hikes in Montana's Glacier National Park.

by Trent Jonas
on Mar 31
Tourists Hiking On Hidden Lake Trail with Bear Hat Mountain in the Background at Logan Pass, Glacier National Park, Montana.