Missoula to Kalispell is a popular tourist and local travel route. This is the way many folks will travel when going to visit Glacier National Park. Actually while there is an airport in Kalispell, it might even be prudent to check flights to Missoula and consider driving if prices for (flights and cars) are low enough. In particular since Missoula … [Read more...]
Category: Montana
Best Ways to Travel Between Butte and Missoula Montana
Intercity Travel in Montana can have it's challenges. In particular if you are looking for public transportation as it's less available than other major cities in the United States. So we are here to help in giving you options for travel between certain cities in Montana. In this case Between Butte and Missoula Montana. Also perhaps some detour … [Read more...]
Glacier National Park: Visitor’s Guide
Glacier National Park is one that cannot help but inspire awe in all those who explore it. From those first views from Going to the Sun Road, or vistas over Glaciers, it really showcases the incredible beauty of the American West. The park is so far my 2nd favorite park in the National Park system (after Yosemite), but its a hard toss-up in … [Read more...]
Ultimate Guide on How to Get to Glacier National Park
This is a Post about How to get to Glacier National Park and not on things to do in and around Glacier National Park. That's covered in another post. So, my goal is to cover logistics and planning. Given Glacier NP's size and location in Northwest Montana, there are an incredible amount of options and logistics for getting to and from the park. … [Read more...]
Highline Trail Hike – Glacier National Park’s Best Day Hike
If I had to recommend one trail in Glacier National Park as "must-do", it would be the Highline Trail hike. It takes you along the mountain side and alpine environments of Glacier National Park with incredible stunning views. And if you opt for the side trail, a view from above of a glacier. Seeing a glacier is one of the main reasons you came here … [Read more...]
Best Road Trips From Glacier National Park to Yellowstone
One of the most scenic parts of the United States is between Glacier National Park in Montana and Yellowstone in Montana/Wyoming. There's also a lot to do on your trip between the two places, and some amazing stops along the way as well. This post will examine the best way to maximize your time in between the places. How Far is it From … [Read more...]
Best Day Hikes in Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the United States if not the world. There is plenty to do in the park and hiking is the best way to experience it. So much of the park is wilderness that if you don't get off the roads you won't see much of it, especially not the most incredible areas of the park. Note: If you don't … [Read more...]
Guide to Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site – Montana
History of Grant-Kohrs Ranch The history of Grant-Kohrs Ranch started like many others, with a business idea. In 1840s, Canadian Johnny Francis Grant and his brother James began making their fortune trading with travelers moving west along the Oregon Trail. Their business would trade one healthy cow or horse for two trail-weary ones. Over time, … [Read more...]
Visiting Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
There's a lot to the story of Custer's last stand. Which is how it's always been taught to me for so many years up through childhood. It's almost a bit strange, to here where it actually occurred. And I'm glad even the place is better about discussing the Native American impact of it. About Little Bighorn National Battlefield June 25, … [Read more...]
Best Ways to Travel from Missoula to Helena Montana
Two of my favorite Montanan cities, Missoula and Helena have so much to offer. Missoula has a great downtown with lots to do and places to eat. Helena has the mix of a state capital, a great small city, and lots going on. Helena's walkable pedestrian downtown area is a perfect place as well to explore and wander. This post is to help you find the … [Read more...]
Best Ways to Get from Bozeman to Whitefish Montana
One of the more popular routes, in particular during winter (skiing) or summer (Glacier National Park). Traveling from Bozeman to Whitefish is something many folks will contemplate whether you live or are visiting Montana. I find both places to be particularly interesting to visit and some of my favorite as well with great restaurants and proximity … [Read more...]
Best Ways to Get from Bozeman to Butte Montana
Traveling between cities in Montana can be Tricky. Especially given there is far less public transportation between Montana cities than would be for other cities in the country. This is to help you plan your travel between Bozeman MT and Butte MT. Driving from Bozeman to Butte MT By Far the easiest and most convenient way of travel … [Read more...]