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The northwest corner of Montana is home to more than alpine summits presiding over glacial carved valleys. Travelers will find all flavors of whitewater, towering “snowghost” snow-encrusted trees and the world’s tastiest huckleberry chocolate chip cookies baked in an off-the-grid town. Farmer’s markets abound, sailors drop their centerboards in the turquoise waters of Flathead Lake, and cherry orchards blossom along the flanks of the Mission Mountains.

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Russell Country bridges the gap between mountains and rolling prairies—with orb-stretching big sky in-between. Whether you paddle a canoe down the wild and scenic, history-steeped Missouri River, camp along its White Cliffs or watch the magical spring migration of snow geese flocking to the waters of Freezeout Lake, this region is full of stunning diversions. And, don’t miss the C.M. Russell Museum in Great Falls.

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The rolling, short grass prairies of Missouri River Country are a wildlife-rich Serengeti for sportsmen. This slice of Big Sky Country offers you opportunities to troll for trophy walleye in the waters of Fork Peck Reservoir, stalk elusive pronghorn antelope or hunt for that perfectly preserved dinosaur fossil. And, don’t forget to soak in the calming landscape in this secret corner of Montana.

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The Wild West is still alive and well along the boardwalks of Main Street Virginia City, just one gem awaiting in Gold West Country. After sifting for sapphires in Philipsburg, dust off your hiking boots for a stroll among the alpine peaks of the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness. Any visit to this region isn’t complete without a tour of the ornate miner-baron mansions in Montana’s capital city of Helena.

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Grizzly bears, wolves and a burgeoning art scene are defining elements of southwestern Montana—as well as the nation’s first national park. Cast for rainbow trout in the Yellowstone River along the shadow of the Absaroka Mountains; then soak in the area’s revitalizing hot springs. Winter brings bountiful “cold smoke” snow to this region, offering a prime playground for downhill and cross-country skiers, as well as snowmobilers and dogsledders.

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Take a walk in General Custer’s boots at the Bighorn Battlefield, just one of many adventures to be sought out in southeastern Montana. Retrace the steps of Lewis and Clark with a visit to Pompey’s Pillar. Pull on your cowboy boots for a visit to the world-famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale. Soak up some history and Native American culture at the Crow Fair, or simply stroll along Main Street in any of our quaint communities in search of the perfect bison burger.

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