Heres how to plan a trip to Darby, Montana.
Bitterroot River Ranch
Bitterroot River Ranchis an all-season bed-and-breakfast baked in Western hospitality.
Best Things to Do
Fish the Bitterroot River.
Cowboy herding cows at Triple Creek Ranch.Credit:Courtesy of Triple Creek Ranch
According to the Mitchells, Darby is a trout destination for many fishermen from all over the country.
Swim, paddle, or take a boat out on Lake Como.
Go for a hike in the Bitterroot Mountains.
Guest room at Triple Creek Ranch.Courtesy of Visit Montana
Or you’re free to downloadAll Trailsand see which trailheads are nearby.
Trapper Peakis an amazing hike, and the views do not disappoint, he says.
See a rodeo.
Guests fishing at Triple Creek Ranch.Courtesy of Triple Creek Ranch
For Gillespie, part of the magic of Darby is found in its local events, like the rodeo.
Visit the Darby Pioneer Memorial Museum.
One of those stores isMr.
Exterior of Antique stores in Darby, Montana.Courtesy of Visit Montana
The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, and its a great spot for a post-hike beer.
Don’t let the cold scare you away.
The warmth from the sun makes the snow glisten and sparkle like a winter wonderland, she says.
Interior of restaurant at Triple Creek Ranch.Courtesy of Triple Creek Ranch
The Mitchells, however, prefer the spring and summer in Darby.
March through the middle of June is the Skwala hatch that brings in many anglers, says Bonnie.
Guests dog sledding at Triple Creek Ranch.Courtesy of Triple Creek Ranch
Horses at Triple Creek Ranch.Courtesy of Triple Creek Ranch
