You can wander from coast to coast, and you’ll never find another place quite like Montana. Wild and beautiful, the state is home to epic mountain ranges, sweeping plains, and rugged badlands just waiting to be explored. It is a destination where the history dates back for millennia, yet still holds meaning today. But most of all, Montana is a place defined by its communities and the people that call them home, welcoming visitors with a healthy dose of Western hospitality and an undeniable charm.
There is no question that a good-old-fashioned road trip is the best way to experience Montana. The legendary Beartooth Highway is probably the best-known road in the state, but there are plenty of others to discover. Like the 400-mile Montana Scenic Loop, which circumnavigates the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, and passes through 15 amazing towns and cities en route. Or the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway, a 49-mile drive that follows in the footsteps of the first explorers, trappers, and traders that made their way west. Like those early adventurers, you’ll gaze in wonder at the snowcapped peaks, mountain meadows, and expansive willow bottoms, while topping out above 7,800 feet along the way.
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Montana’s historic and enchanting small towns make an excellent base camp for all of your adventures. Places like Red Lodge, where the mountain scenery isn’t the only thing that will stick with, so will the the welcoming spirit you’ll get from the locals. Or Emigrant, where the movie A River Runs Through It was filmed. Want to ski, hike, or mountain bike? Point your vehicle towards Phillipsburg. And when you’re ready to relax and unwind, soak in the hot springs in Norris or grab a burger at the Pony Bar.
All of these experiences and so much more are waiting for you in Montana. To get a taste of this beautiful, unforgettable, and wild place, check out the video above. It will have you planning your own Montana getaway, where you’ll have enough adventures and make enough memories to last a lifetime.
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