Find big adventure in Big Sky Country here’s where to eat, stay, and play in Montana.
They callMontanaBig Sky Country.
Once you make the trek here, you’ll understand why.
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Through the thicketed forests, world-class hikes lead to hot springs, geysers, and glaciers in every direction.
The powder-packed skiing ofwinteris rivaled in magnitude by the whitewater rafting of summer.
Everything is, well,bigger.
Sledding through the Montana winter at the Resort at Paws Up.Courtesy of The Resort at Paws Up
The former is up to you, but we can certainly supply the latter.
Your ultimate guide to Montana exploration is below.
Best Time to Visit Montana
The short answer is whenever you want.
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When you should arrive in Montana is entirely dependent on what you want to do.
Big Sky Country, it turns out, affords plenty ofdark sky, completely devoid of nocturnal light pollution.
A great way to experience it all is through the expansive state park system.
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Flathead Lake is an underrated gem here.
Just beware that traffic along the route can be intense throughout this time of year.
Further south in Bozeman, the surrounding Gallatin Valley acts as the entry way toYellowstone.
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Fancy an unforgettably epic road trip?
Traverse the 69 miles of Beartooth Highway between Red Lodge and Cooke City.
Arrive in winter and you cansurvey the snow-capped terrain aboard a Ski-Doo.
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West Yellowstone serves as the snowmobile capital of the lower 48 from December through March.
If you’re craving a high-end hideaway, the town of Big Sky has emerged as the go-to destination.
The property features stand-alone log cabins along gently moving creeks.
you could do guided yoga in the morning and horseback riding in the afternoon.
At the base of the slopes,the Montagejust opened the doors to its 139-room ski-in, ski-out resort.
Its thoughtful amenities hot tubs, spa, live music are overshadowed only by its access to unspoiled wilderness.
Back in the cities ofBozemanand Missoula, boutique hotels are finally becoming part of the landscape.
But if you’re seeking a more laid-back bed-and-breakfast feel, Montana has you covered in every corner.
With Big Sky comes big options.
