Fall In Montana
Fall offers a slower rhythm, cooler temperatures, and vibrant foliage. It’s a perfect time for scenic drives, wildlife photography, and soaking in the quiet beauty of changing seasons.
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Central Montana
Indigenous cultures, languages and traditions are the heart of this beautiful land that is home to three tribal nations. We've even mapped it all out, so you can put the phone away and be distracted by the epic views and hidden gems! .
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Roaming the Great Plains
For Native Americans, bison, also referred to as buffalo, are revered symbols of strength and unity. Celebrate bison, see them roam and discover how the national mammal helped mold the state on this adventure across badlands and prairies.
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Great Plains Adventure
For Montana's American Indian people, bison, or buffalo, are revered symbols of strength and unity. Celebrate the bison, see them roam, and discover how the mighty bison helped create the state on this six-day drive across Big Sky badlands and prairies.
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Road Biking Routes
These road biking itineraries span high plains, mountain passes and charming small towns.
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Butte Day Trip
Formerly known as the "Richest Hill on Earth," Butte is home to one of the nation's largest National Historic Districts second only to New Orleans. This colorful mining town offers plenty to see and do - from underground tours to palate-pleasing adventures, feel the stories come alive as Butte's vibrant reverberates through the years.
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Southwest Montana Ghost Towns
Plan a day or two to explore three of Montana's best preserved ghost towns: Virginia City, Nevada City, and Bannack State Park. The former two towns house a collection of 19th-century buildings and Americana, including more than a hundred arcaded and music machines.
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Spooky Southwest Montana
Southwest Montana is full of history, from the expedition of Lewis and Clark to the boom and bust of the gold rush. There are plenty of stories to be told about how this region came to be, which means there are more than a few skeletons in its closet.
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Bynum to Great Falls
Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and escape to nature for some much needed quiet with this three-day itinerary. The route takes you from the Rocky Mountain Front in Bynum to a migratory hub that experiences a unique natural phenomenon near Choteau, and ends by exploring Indigenous history at what’s thought to be North America’s largest buffalo jump near Great Falls.
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Indian Country
Make your Montana visit memorable by experiencing the varied languages, cultures and histories of tribal nations in Montana. Ancient traditions carried on today enrich the state’s cultural landscape.
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Central Montana Trip
Go big and you’ll never want to go home after visiting the heart of the state. Hike a sliver of a 1.
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Mountain Biking
Montana offers unmatched trails and undiscovered country for mountain bikers of all levels. Many communities feature bike shops with gear and know-how and trailheads right around the corner.
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Dinosaur Discovery Tour
Follow in the footsteps of prehistoric giants and get a fascinating look into some of Montana’s most exciting dino discoveries with visits to the museums and small towns along the Montana Dinosaur Trail. The full seven-day Dinosaur Discovery Tour is certainly doable, though it is a lot of miles.
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Campgrounds
Enjoy an unforgettable experience at Montana's campgrounds that offer a range of amenities with access to adventure just steps away.
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Hiking and Backpacking
Hiking in Montana is a great way to explore the state while experiencing nature and wildlife. Each trail offers an adventure, whether you're hiking up a mountain, across a prairie or among the captivating rock formations of the eastern badlands.
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Small Towns & Ghost Towns
Wander through authentic 1800s ghost towns on this rambling four-day route over mountains, across the Continental Divide, and along blue-ribbon trout streams. Butte (population 33, 854) is the "big city" on the drive.
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Road Biking and Touring
A great way to explore Montana is on two wheels with the help of a little manpower. Ride across the high plains.
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Wildest Locales
Looking to take a walk on the wild side? There's no better place to experience some truly untamed wildlife and wilderness than Montana! With large stretches of land set aside to protect endangered species and save natural habitats, Montana is a great place to really get away from it all and experience your own wild side. Plus, there's no better way to experience spring in Montana: cute baby animals, wildflowers galore, and a chance to celebrate the end of winter back out in nature! Here are some of the state's wildest locales for finding nature! .
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