Knowcals Adventure Directory

Montana's Loneliest Hi-Line day drive is a 260-mile route from Glasgow to Shelby, Montana. The area shoulders the Milk River just south of the Canadia...

The Majestic Mission Mountains day drive in the Flathead Valley is a 65-mile route that travels from Ravalli to Bigfork, Montana. The area is right be...

The Old-Growth Forests in Yaak River Country is a 170-mile loop day drive that begins and ends in Libby, Montana. The route also enters Rexford, Yaak,...

The Bitterroot Valley Day Drive is about about 95 miles from Missoula to Lost Trail Pass, Montana. The route is an exceptionally beautiful valley know...

The Backbone of the Rocky Mountains, The Big Hole Valley day drive is about a 150-mile loop from Dillon to Polaris, Montana. The beautiful road trip f...

Beavers of the Green Woods (or Skalkaho) Highway Day Drive is about 55 miles from Porters Corner to Hamilton, Montana. The beautiful drive is purely a...

The Shoulders of the Flint Creek Mountain Range day drive is about 82 miles from Butte to Drummond, Montana. The beautiful drive features Mount Powell...

The Scenic Day Trip to Lewistown is about 102 miles from Big Timber to Lewistown, Montana. The beautiful drive features the Absarokas, Beartooth, Craz...

The Madison Valley road trip is about 72 miles from Ennis to West Yellowstone, Montana. The beautiful drive parallels the Madison River. There are sp...

The Three Forks to Cardwell Road Trip is 155 miles of road, making for a scenic and adventurous drive. The beautiful drive circles Hollowtop Mountain ...

The road trip from Gallatin Gateway to West Yellowstone The road trip features Gneiss Creek, Grayling Creek, Divide Lake, and the Gallatin River. On t...

The Centennial Valley Day Drive is about 85 miles from the West Yellowstone entrance to Monida, Montana. It's either a kickoff or exclamation mark for...

Fort Rock Trail Loop is a family-friendly trail in the Missouri Headwaters State Park in Three Forks, Montana. It's beautiful and surrounded by meadow...

This 55-mile day trip from Livingston to Gardiner, Montana, is aptly named Paradise Valley. The trip is a stunning journey to Yellowstone National Par...

The Columbus to Silver Gate Day Drive features the famous Beartooth Highway, but the pine, sage, and grass country between Columbus and Red Lodge are ...

The Big Sky Backcountry Byway, also referred to as The Big Dry and Forgotten Montana, is an enjoyable day drive in Eastern Montana. The drive is about...

This place is definitely a place to see, especially in the middle of October. It looks like a painting with golds and greens all around you! It's a fa...

The Great American Prairie Day Drive is a 138-mile drive from Wolf Creek to Browning, Montana. It features the northern Rocky Mountain Front and the s...

Moose Tracks Snowshoe Trail is in the Custer Gallatin National Forest in Big Sky, Montana. The trail is accessible from the Big Sky Resort property. ...

Appistoki Falls is in Glacier National Park, about three miles west of the Two Medicine Entrance Station. The trailhead is the parking area for Scenic...

West Boulder Meadows is in the Custer Gallatin National Forest near Livingston, Montana. The area is south of Big Timber and part of the north end of ...

Natural Bridge Falls Overlooks trail is high in the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness south of Big Timber, Montana. The Natural Bridge Falls is the area...

Whits Lakes Spring Trail is in Custer Gallatin Nation Forest. The trail features the Whits Lakes, a pair of small lakes located north of Hebgen Lake a...

The Porcupine Creek Trail is in the Custer Gallatin National Forest in the Greater Yellowstone Region. The trail passes through pleasant spruce and pi...

The locals know Norm Schoenthal Island as "Norm's Island." The area features a trail system in Billings, Montana. The trails are flat with little to ...

Lake Fork Trail in the Custer National Forest, near Red Lodge, Montana. The trail is almost ten miles long in total and leads to Sundance Pass. A Popu...

South Boundary Trail in Glacier National Park. It runs from the park's West Entrance to Coal Creek; however, Lincoln Creek is the most common turnarou...

Glen Lake Rotary Park is also known as Bozeman Beach and formerly as the East Gallatin Recreation Area. It offers excellent opportunities for swimming...

Cabin Creek Trail is in the Hebgen Lake Day Use Area near West Yellowstone in Montana. The trail follows the beautiful rolling Cabin Creek. The trail ...

Kim Williams Nature Trail is a popular riverside walking path in Missoula, Montana. It follows the beautiful Clark Fork River and has the surrounding ...

Taylor Hills Trail is in Lewis and Clark National near Monarch, Montana. The trail makes for an extensive and challenging hike, and we only recommend ...

Crown Mountain is in the Scapegoat Wilderness, near Augusta, Montana. The peak makes up some of the southern Rocky Mountain Front on the Sawtooth Rang...

Blacktail Mountain Trail is a loop in Flathead National, near Choteau, Montana. The trail is on an old logging forest road that weaves through foreste...

Bear Paw Nature Trail is a beautiful hike in Beaver Creek Park, near Box Elder, Montana. The beginning of the hike takes place in wide-open hay mead...

Boulder Lakes Trail is in Deerlodge National Forest, near Philipsburg, Montana. The trailhead can be challenging to find. You'll cross two bridges bef...

Kings Hill and Little Belt Snowmobile Trail is a favorite of snowmobilers all over the state. It's in the Little Belt Mountain Range, near Neihart, Mo...

Moose Creek Campground is in White Sulpher Springs, near Neihart Montana. It's a simple and convenient way to experience the area. The campground ha...

Lake Shel-oole Campground and ballfield complex offers year-round recreational opportunities about 1/2 a mile north of Shelby, Montana. The most popu...

Lake Frances Recreation Area is in Valier, Montana, open for camping, boating, and fishing. Fifty different campsites are available and have electrici...

Benton Lake National Wildlife Refuge is 12,383 acres of land located 12 miles north of Great Falls, Montana. The Refuge is home to Benton Lake, a 5,00...

The Beartooth Wildlife Management Area is a wildlife refuge and recreation area between Helena and Great Falls, Montana. The area's main objectives ...

Bacon Rind Creek Trail is in west Yellowstone National Forest. It's an easy, family-friendly trail that passes through alpine meadows with beautiful v...

Milwaukee Railroad is an easy and scenic trail in the Deerlodge National Forest near Butte, Montana. The trail starts at the lower eagle's nest parkin...

Whitefish Valley Lookout trail is a short and sweet hike in Whitefish, Montana. It's a relatively easy and very scenic hike! The hike starts at the R...

Gallagator Trail is a popular and peaceful trail just minutes from downtown Bozeman. It's a scenic trail that features beautiful wildflowers. It's a...

The Lower Cold Lake Trail is in the Flathead National Forrest. It's an easy and short trail that is ideal for families of most ability levels. The t...

The Beauty Lake Trail is in the Shoshone National Forest near Cooke City, Montana. It's a nice and easy trail that offers excellent views of the Beart...

Maclay Flat Nature Trail is a popular walking trail in the Lolo National Forest near Missoula, Montana. It's an easy and beautiful walking trail your ...

Silver Run Loop Trail is a hike in the Custer National Forest, near Red Lodge, Montana. It's ideal for children and most ability levels. The trail u...

Aneas Loop is a short, family-friendly hike in Bigfork, Montana. The area is a pretty, repurposed old logging road. The trail is flat and relatively ...

The Hidden Meadow Trail is in Glacier National Park on the North Fork Road. The road to the trailhead is closed in the winter and opens around June ea...

Camas Lake Trail is a beautiful hike in the Bitterroot National Forest near Hamilton, Montana. It's an excellent hike to experience the Bitterroot Mou...

Bozeman Sourdough Creek Trail is in Langhor Park in Bozeman, Montana. It's a great family-friendly trail where your pups are welcome. There is littl...

Sheepeater Cliff Trail is in Yellowstone National Park, near Gardiner, Montana. It's a beautiful, short hike around the Sheepeater Cliffs, named after...

Hell Roaring Creek Trail is in the Custer Gallatin National Forest near Big Sky, Montana. It's a beautiful little hike that's fit for the whole family...

Smith Lake via Swift Creek Loop is an excellent hike near Whitefish, Montana. It's a pleasantly quiet and not too crowded wooded trail that features S...

Waterworks Hill is a popular hiking trail in Missoula, Montana. It's a great family-friendly trail close to downtown, where your pups are welcome. Mos...

Lake Como Trail is in the Bitterroot National Forest, between Hamilton and Darby, Montana. It's a family-friendly hike around Lake Como. The scenery...

Jerry Johnson Hot Springs is in the Clearwater National Forest near Lolo, Montana. This short trek leads to multiple natural hot springs and a set of ...

Westshore and Crescent Lake Loop Trail is in the Custer Gallatin National Forest, near Bozeman, Montana. The trail is short and sweet. It's about 3 m...

The Running Eagle Falls Trail is in Glacier National Park. It's a short and sweet trail that's a favorite of locals and visitors. The trail is excel...

Johns Lake Loop is a two-mile loop trail near Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park in Montana. The trail is flat and short, making it an ideal hike ...

The Central Montana drive from Great Falls to Valier can be super fun if your goal is get outside and drive across the prairie. The drive is 168 miles...

Chippewa Cree Recreational Park is on the Rocky Boy's Reservation in northcentral Montana. It's 7,400 acres of the Bears Paw Mountains. The mountain...

A lightly traveled area south of Chinook, Montana, is an excellent destination to see grassland birds. The alfalfa, grassy foothills, streams with co...

Below Timber Dam on the Marias River is Sanford Park. The area features streamside, grassland, sagebrush, lake, and cliff habitats, making it an ideal...

Beaver Creek Park is one of the many birding trails in Central Montana. The park is a mile-wide strip that follows a creek for 17 miles in the Bear Pa...

Yellow Water Reservoir is a 441-acre irrigation storage reservoir located in Petroleum County, near Lewistown, Montana. Along with War Horse Lake and ...

Every year, about 150 elk return to their winter home at the Blackleaf Wildlife Management Area. The Blackleaf area is a series of snow-free refuges. ...

Along the train tracks in Fort Benton, Montana sits a monument to "Faithful Shep." Shep was a Border Collie that stayed at the Great Northern Railway ...

Smuggler Mine is a small ghost town located about seven miles from Sheridan, MT, on Mill Creek. On our two-day drive exploring the history of the “Vig...

Arod Lake is a wildlife refuge in Central Montana. The area is 800-acres about 15 miles northeast of Choteau. The trip is worth taking the beaten pa...

Williamson Park Campground is in Shelby, Montana. It's next to a beautiful river under a grove of trees. There are 25 camping sites, each with barbec...

Beaver Creek Park is a unique area in Central Montana. It's a 10,000-acre strip along the Bears Paw Mountains. It is one of the largest parks in the N...

Prospect Peak Trail is one of many trails in the Highwood Mountains, around the Thain Creek Campground. This trail is unique in its beauty and difficu...

Paine Gulch is a Natural Research Area in the Lewis and Clark National Forest. Paine Gulch Trail is a great afternoon hike if you are near Monarch, Mo...

Edith Baldy Basin Trail is a great backpacking trail near Townsend, Montana. The trail is not easy; there are some steep sections. This trail is popul...

Helena National Forest Skidway Campground is in Townsend, Montana. It is a great campground if you are looking for solitude in the beautiful forest. ...

Center Ridge Trail is in the Lewis and Clark National Forest in Highwood, Montana. The trail is a ridge hike, and it features views of Mount Baldy and...

Mount Wright Trail is a strenuous hike near Choteau, Montana. The trail offers beautiful sights, but the rocky terrain and relentless elevation gain m...

Clary Coulee is a great hiking trail near Choteau, Montana. The landscape is beautiful and full of berries and wildflowers until you get to the summit...

Gigantic Warm Spring is considered the world's largest warm spring. It's nestled between the Moccasin Mountains of Ferus County on Vanek's Paradise Ra...

The James Kipp Recreation Area is along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and within the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge. It is ...

Petrolia Reservoir, also known as Petrolia Lake, is about 20 miles outside of Winnett, Montana.  There's a primitive boat launch available for use on...

Big Casino Creek Reservoir is a fishing access site that is open to the public for day use. The area is excellent for family outings if you're in Lewi...

Carter Ponds is a state fishing access site that's popular for ice fishing and birdwatching. The area is composed of two different 30-acre ponds. Ca...

East Fork Reservoir is a multi-purpose recreation area on the East Fork of Big Spring Creek. It's the largest of 4 dams constructed to provide flood p...

Uhlhorn Trail is adjacent to the Big Snowy Mountains, southeast of Lewistown, Montana. It's a challenging point-to-point hike near Crystal Lake. We su...

Neil Creek Trail is a challenging hike in Central Montana near Moore. Finishing the trail can be strenuous because of the significant elevation gain...

Burnette and New Year Peak Loop is in the Judith Mountains. It neighbors the Judith Mountain lodge and is maintained by the Bureau of Land Management....

Collar Peak Trail is a great afternoon hike in the Judith Mountains. The terrain varies significantly, but the whole trail is narrow. Trekking poles m...

North Pilgrim Creek Trail is in the Little Belt Mountains. There's one especially wide crossing at Belt Creek. Be careful if fording the creek. The ot...

Crystal Lake Shoreline Loop is a gentle, hikers-only trail around Crystal Lake. The trail is shady. It winds through lush forest and crosses a beaut...

Wow! If you want to see bears, elk, moose, deer, and other critters with little effort; come here. The road where you park is public but the land on...

Crystal Lake Campground is about an hour outside of Lewistown in the Big Snowy Mountains. It's a popular place in Central Montana for swimming, fishin...

Crooked Creek Campground is a scenic area on the west end of Fort Peck. It has a boat ramp with a dock and is mainly used for camping and fishing (inc...

The Kings Hill Scenic Byway is an ideal way to savor the rugged beauty of Central Montana. The route passes through the Lewis and Clark National Fores...

The Montana Scenic Loop is a fun adventure and a beautiful drive that features Central Montana and circles the largest stretch of wilderness in the co...

C.M. Russell Auto Tour is an incredible day drive in Central Montana. The loop is about a four-and-a-half-hour drive from Great Falls to Lewistown and...

River's Edge Trail is a loved trail system in Great Falls, Montana. It's an incredibly versatile trail system that stretches nearly 60 miles along bot...

Pioneer Ridge Trail is in the Lewis and Clark National Forest in the Little Belt Mountains. It's an excellent trail for a one to three-day backpacking...

Crawford Creek Trail is in the Lewis and Clark National Forest in the Little Belt Mountains. It's a great afternoon hike if you're in the area. The ...

Aspen Campground is in the Lewis and Clark National Forest in the Little Belt Mountains. It's an ideal camping area for those looking to explore the a...

Are you wintering in Great Falls, Montana? Sledding is a great, free outdoor activity for when the cold narrows your opportunities. The town doesn't ...

The Baltrusch Trail is on the southwest edge of Havre, Montana. It's used mainly by the city's community to stay healthy. The trail starts east of H...

The Roadrunner Recreational Trail is in Shelby, Montana. It's a great series of trails the community uses to stay healthy. The trail is paved with a...

Middle Fork Teton River Trail is in the Lewis and Clark National Forest near Choteau, Montana. The area is well-loved by Montana locals for camping an...

Mortimer Gulch Trail is in the Lewis and Clark National Forest in Augusts, Montana. The trail makes for an excellent, scenic day hike. To get to the...

Smith Creek Trail is a beautiful hike in the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex in Augusta, Montana. The last mile of road to the trailhead can be roug...

Boy Scout Bridge to Seeley Lake makes for a great walk with little ones or beginners. If you’re exploring Seeley Lake in the spring or early summer, t...

Morrell Mountain Fire Lookout is the destination of a long hike and a short drive. A forest service road takes you about 1/2 a mile from the Morrell M...

Dry Falls from Morony Dam Trail is in Great Falls, Montana. It's a great option if you're in town and looking for a short and scenic hike. The trail...

Taft Hill Loop is an all gravel trail that begins at the First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park Visitor Center in Ulm near Great Falls, Montana. The ...

Ryan Island Dam Trail and Park is a popular area for Great Falls, Montana families. The public recreational area is downstream from Ryan Dam, a hydroe...

Highwood Baldy Trail is a challenging climb in the Highwood Mountains near Great Falls, Montana. We only recommend this trail to experienced hikers wh...

Thain Creek Campground Trail is in the Highwood Mountains near Great Falls, Montana. It's a fun, family-friendly hike that encompasses Thain Creek Cam...

Windy Mountain Loop is in the Highwood Mountains near Great Falls, Montana. The trailhead is in Thain Creek Campground, which means you could easily m...

We know cold weather isn't enough to stop you from getting out and exploring Montana, and ice fishing is a great and popular winter activity. Flathe...

Who'd think Great Falls, Montana would be the envy of extreme-sport enthusiasts around the country? The Riverside Railyard is considered one of the to...

The River's Edge History Walking Tour explores 16 different points of interest in Great Falls, Montana. Walk and learn about Capitan Meriwether Lewis'...

The Central Business District Walking Tour in Great Falls, Montana, is a fun and easy way to experience the town. History meets art and business on th...

The Historic Lower Northside Residential Walking Tour features the fascinating architectural styles of the original townsite of Great Falls, Montana. ...

Giant Springs State Park is in Great Falls, Montana. Giant Springs is one of the largest freshwater springs in the country! The springs cascade into...

The Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex is 1.5 million acres of untouched Rocky Mountain terrain in Montana! The area is easily accessed one hour west of ...

Nestled peacefully in the Flathead Valley of Western Montana is a spiritual site. A Native American reservation in Montana might be the last place you...

The Great Buffalo Hunt is an activity Great Falls locals have enjoyed for years. It's both an adventure and an opportunity to experience local art.  ...

Freezout Lake is Montana's primary Snow Goose staging area near Choteau, Montana. As many as 300,000 Snow Geese and 10,000 Tundra Swans gather in this...

Neat Coulee Canyon is a narrow slot canyon on the Wild and Scenic Missouri River section of the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument near For...

The Labyrinth Garden is a community-maintained feature of Frank Day Park in Lewistown, Montana. It's a seven-circuit labyrinth that's popular among ...

Warren Pass Loop is a trail located in the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness. It's an ideal trail for backpackers looking to spend a night or two enjoying t...

Curly Lake Trail is a beautiful and strenuous hike in the Deerlodge National Forest. The trail immediately starts up a steep hillside and levels off...

Howe Lake Trail is a short and sweet trail in Glacier National Park. This trail is not as spectacular or grand in views as some of the other trails i...

Storm Castle Peak Trail is in Custer Gallatin National Forest near Bozeman, Montana. This is a popular trail among Montana natives and visitors. The v...

We found this quick & easy spot to camp 1.8 miles down a gravel road, and on the edge of Rock Creek. The site seems big enough for a few cars to park ...

McDonald Creek Trail is a fun little trail that runs along a creek in Glacier National Park. The trail is flat and well maintained, making it easy to ...

Barker Lakes Trail is a relatively challenging hike in Anaconda, Montana. It can be tricky finding the trailhead. To find it, turn left onto Barker C...

Willard Creek Trail is in the Helena National Forest. The trail is short and sweet with little elevation gain. It's an excellent trail for the whole f...

Gorge Lakes Trail is in the Pioneer Mountains (southwest Montana) and winds through the lush Beaverhead National Forest near Dillon, Montana. The tr...

Red Mountain Trail is in the Deerlodge National Forest near Butte, Montana. The trail is short and sweet and leads to a lookout building. The trail is...

Lost Cabin Lake Trail is in the Tobacco Root Mountain range in Deerlodge National Forest. It begins at the west end of Bismark Reservoir and shares a ...

Beaver Ponds Trail is in Thompson Park Municipal Recreation Area near Butte, Montana. It climbs to several old beaver ponds that connect with the Cont...

The Bear Trap Canyon Trail is in the Lee Metcalf Wilderness within the Madison Range. The trail features the 6,000 acre Bear Trap Canyon drainage site...

The Trout Creek Canyon Trail is in the Helena National Forest. It makes for a great day hike if you are in the Helena area. The trail starts flat an...

The Stanton Lake Trail is in the Great Bear Wilderness (south of Glacier National Park). The trail begins climbing through dense forest. We recommen...

Lion and Grayling Lakes Trail is in the Pioneer Mountains (southwest Montana). It's an excellent hike with incredible views and fishing opportunities....

Garnet Mountain Trail is in the Custer Gallatin National Forest near Bozeman, Montana. The hike is short but steep. There's a steady incline for the f...

Louise Lake Trail is in the Tobacco Root Mountains, which features beautiful views of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. The dirt trail is wi...

Emerald and Heather Lake Trail is on Hyalite Canyon road near Bozeman, Montana. This is a stunning hike! The trail features two lakes nestled betwee...

Campfire Lake Trail is in the Custer Gallatin National Forest in the Crazy Mountain Range. It's a fantastic trail, but it's not common to run into oth...

Hall Lake Trail is in the Swan Valley area, near Bigfork, Montana. This hike is a change of pace if you're in the area and want something more than th...

Pompeys Pillar National Monument Loop is a walking path to a rock formation in Yellowstone County near Billings, Montana. You walk past Pompeys Pill...

Kinney Coulee is an incredible and rugged loop in Makoshika State Park near Glendive, Montana. The trail is short but strenuous because it can be in...

Palisade Falls is a popular trail near Bozeman, Montana. The trail is all paved with a gradual incline to the falls. Once you get to the falls, the te...

Bridger Bowl Ridge Trail is a challenging hike near Bozeman, Montana. The trail is one of the quickest routes to the ridge of the Bridger Mountains. Y...

Crystal Cascades Trail is in the Big Snowy Mountains Wilderness Study Area near Lewistown, Montana. The Trail is rated difficult because it climbs 1,0...

The Ice Caves Loop trail is in the Big Snowy Mountains Wilderness Study Area near Lewistown, Montana. The trail is rated difficult because of the elev...

Highland Ridge Trail Loop is one of many trails in Lindley Park in Bozeman, Montana. The trail is easy and family-friendly. It's an excellent place fo...

Mammoth Hot Springs Trail is an easy trail in Yellowstone National Park, near Gardiner, Montana. It features a waterfall and the Mammoth Hot Springs. ...

Hellroaring Creek Trail is a challenging hike in Yellowstone National Park. First, the trail descends to the Yellowstone River Suspension Bridge. You ...

Piegan Pass Trail is an intense climb in Glacier National Park. It's a long point-to-point trail, so it requires planning on how to get back to your c...

Storm Point Loop is an ideal trail for the whole family in Yellowstone National Park. The wildlife is very active in the area. You can see bald eagle...

If you are on your way into the park to see Old Faithful or the Upper Geyser Basin, you should stop and see these falls. You can see the waterfall fro...

Superior Vista Trail is in the Lolo National Forest, near Superior, Montana. The trail is overlooking the town and is full of great views. It's a na...

The trail to Bunsen Peak is in Yellowstone National Park. The trail is close to the highway, so you won't be able to escape the noise from the road un...

Siyeh Pass Trail is a challenging and lengthy path in Glacier National Park but people love it! It's lightly used compared to some of the more popula...

The Black Canyon Trail is a long and moderately difficult trail in Yellowstone National Park. The trail is very rocky with lots of loose rocks. Don't ...

Sun Point Nature Trail is an easy walking trail in Glacier National Park, near East Glacier Park Village. It's an ideal hike for all skill levels. T...

Trout Lake Trail is an easy loop in Yellowstone National Park. You start the trail with a 200 foot climb through dense forest. After the steep climb, ...

Lewis and Clark Pass Trail is a rocky path in Helena National Forest, near Lincoln, Montana. The base of the trail is in an area of forest that has...

Middle Cottonwood Creek Trail is in Custer Gallatin National Forest, near Bozeman, Montana. It follows Cottonwood Creek for a few miles before joining...

Cracker Lake Trail is in Glacier National Park in the Many Glacier area. It's loved by many! The lake is famous for its opaque turquoise color, and th...

Phipps Park is a park 15 minutes from downtown Billings with many trails that the locals love. The main Phipps Park Trail is rated moderate because al...

Mount Jumbo North Peak Trail is a strenuous climb near Missoula, Montana. The beginning of this hike is to the infamous L, which is not very scenic, a...

Fairy Falls Trail is a very popular walking trail because it is an easy hike that offers a whimsical waterfall, sweet wildflower meadows, geysers, and...

Daly Creek Trail is located near Big Sky, Montana in Yellowstone National Park. It's easy to navigate because there is good signage and it's a popular...

Lone Star Geyser Trail is in Yellowstone National Park. The Trail is well maintained, flat, and mostly paved. The flat terrain is excellent for folks ...

Kootenai Creek Trail is near Stevensville, Montana, in the Bitterroot National Forest. This trail is LOOOOONG. Be intentional to avoid getting stuck i...

Dawson Pass and Pitamakan Pass Loop is a trail located in Glacier National Park near East Glacier Park Village, Montana. Parking is easy here. Th...

Pattee Canyon South Loop is a relatively easy hike in the Missoula, MT area. The site offers many different and enjoyable trails, but this is a favori...

Ptarmigan Tunnel is in the Many Glacier area (Babb, MT) of Glacier National Park. You can extend your hike to see Iceberg Lake if you wanted to hit tw...

Laval Lake Trail is in Custer Gallatin Forest near Gallatin Gateway, Montana. This trail climbs a great deal but to an awesome lake surrounded by beau...

Scenic Point Trail is strenuous and stunning. It's located near East Glacier (jn Glacier National Park). The trail is not one for the weak-willed or w...

The elevation gain makes this a moderate hike. If you go left at the first fork after the Biscuit Basin and back out, you avoid most of the difficult ...

This walking trail is located near Emigrant, Montana. You and your dogs will love the beautiful views of the surrounding forest and nearby creek. T...

The trail is an engaging, half-mile boardwalk loop within the Lower Geyser Basin. It is a well-maintained walk in Yellowstone National Park. The trail...

This is a true gem of a hike! You start by climbing a 500 ft. mountain. It gets fairly steep near the summit. At the top, you get an amazing 360 view ...

The trailhead is in the Many Glacier area (Babb, MT) of Glacier National Park. If you can't make it all the way to the end of the trail, great destin...

Pine Creek Lake Trail is a popular path near Livingston, Montana, in the Pine Creek Recreation Area. The steady elevation gain (and loss) can be a bru...

The Beehive Basin Trail No. 40 is a very popular Trail in the Big Sky, MT area. It's been featured on the Fox network and National Geographic. The tr...

The Swan River Nature Trail is an enjoyable, easy, and popular path best suited for a fun casual walk in the sun with a cup of coffee in your hands. T...

Iceberg Lake Trail is in the Many Glacier area of Glacier National Park. It's a longer out-and-back hike that delivers spectacular views of the Many G...

The Lion Mountain Trail is a family-friendly, beautiful way to spend some free time and it's only minutes away from Whitefish! This is a well-loved tr...

Highline Trail is one of the most popular hikes in all of Glacier National Park. It's quite possibly the most beautiful way to view all the park has t...

Short and sweet! Artist Point is a trail located close to Gardiner, Montana. Everyone should try at least once. This trail can be very populated d...

This park trail is an easy-ish hike brimming with breathtaking views, walking bridges, rolling paths, and waterfalls. Ousel Falls is in the Custer Gal...

We only hiked in on the Arrastra Creek Trail about 2 miles, as it was a very wet rainy day for us, but the trail continues over 8 miles up into wilder...

This adventure takes you along beautiful meandering gravel roads as you enjoy the peaceful mountain scenery. Follow Beaver Creek Rd. for about 8 miles...

Imagine being on an old railroad as it skirts around the cliffs of the Belt Canyon. There are plenty of remnants of the railroad and the bridges it wo...

This drive is so interesting! Water tunnels literally are routed underground and the water comes billowing out at various points above ground... it is...

This is a great, easy drive to an amazing photo viewpoint. Just drive, park, and shoot. Obviously, things will look better at sunrise or sunset but th...

This section of Lewis and Clark National Forest offers many free campsites along Hughesville Rd. You'll have a variety in choice of campsites, there a...

This adventure is a bonafide gem. If fairies lived in Montana, this is where they would reside. But they wouldn’t be the fairies portrayed in Disney m...

We were so happy to find this wonderful campsite! We were on a two-day drive exploring the history of the “Vigilante Trail” that encircles the Tobacco...

This small and remote tent campsite feels completely hidden, yet it’s less than 30 minutes from the heart of Big Sky, Montana! You’ll find it tucked a...

This adventure is one for all! Whether you enjoy a great nature hike or are looking to catch some fish, this location is for you. Located about 55 mil...

There are several places to park to access this hike. The parking spot closest to the lake is referenced here. ATVs, UTVs, and dirt bikes can proceed ...

These free campsites are part of a dirt road complex called the Rat Lake Trailhead and is used by trucks and trailers as a starting point for their OH...

Out of the way little spot on a quiet section of the Missouri River. Bring a picnic along and your boats or a fishing pole. There is a vault toilet. G...

Logging Creek is a small campground situated in a lodgepole forest with a small creek on one side of it. There are 28 first come first serve sites, an...

Avalanche lake is so popular it is almost a right of passage for Glacier National Park-goers. It is a relatively easy hike to an incredible view of gl...

The Dearborn is one of the prettiest in Montana with bright blue pools and rocky cliffs. The water stays pretty cold throughout the year but it is pre...

This beautiful scenic drive is a relatively well maintained gravel road, that runs parallel to the Rocky Mountain Front. This drive is especially dram...

Granite was established in the 1870's while the Granite mine was the richest silver mine on the earth. Today, remnant of the town can be seen all over...

This lake is in the middle of national forest, and has a boat ramp, vault toilet, and a campground. Lindbergh Lake Campground has 11 designated campsi...

This short hike is very pretty, set in the Little Belt Mountains near Neihart. The parking lot is right off the highway and well marked, with a pit to...

Beautiful short hike in southern Montana! Woodbine Falls is tall and narrow, well worth the effort. The hike is short, about 1.6 miles roundtrip with ...

Garnet Ghost Town was titled "one of America's coolest ghost towns" by Travel and Leisure. The town is surprisingly well-preserved and tells a lot of ...

This campground is in Gallatin National Forest, and has 17 first come first serve sites. Huge boulders separate many of the sites, making it feel uniq...

This area of Belt Creek has plenty of parking and plenty of small swimming holes to enjoy. It is a perfect activity for a hot summer day. Families of ...

This quiet spot along the Missouri River is a good area to take the kids fishing. The drive to get here from Great Falls is pretty too, winding along ...

This springs is interesting and historical: water from Sulphur Springs proved vital in treating Sacagawea's illness during the 1805 portage at Great F...

Wadsworth Park is fun and easy to access, perfect for non motorized watercraft, swimming, fishing, and walking. A dirt path goes the whole way around ...

The vistas of Flathead Valley at this park are amazing! Even a short walk to the overlook makes this park worth a stop, but there are quite a few trai...

Ackley Lake is nestled right in the heart of Montana's Big Sky Country. Recreation opportunities at this 290-acre park include fishing, boating, swimm...

This is an awesome short hike to do in the winter! This trail can be very crowded during peak tourist season, but you could have it all to yourself in...

Bowman Lake is located in the NW corner of Glacier National Park. From Polebridge the road becomes very rough and narrow for the last 7 miles (can tak...

Fun little spot on the Sun River near Simms. There are a handful of primitive camping spots with fire rings and picnic tables. Be bear and snake aware...

Crown Butte is found near Simms, MT, 30 miles west of Great Falls. It is an easy day hike but not easy to find the trailhead. Directions from bigskywa...

Jefferson creek is a small, clear stream that runs along a somewhat rough gravel road just south of Memorial Falls. This area is great for many kinds ...

Get outside and spot some wildlife on this lovely drive. The roads are wide and well-maintained and you're sure to see plenty of deer if not more. We ...

This is a cute waterfall totally worth finding outside Augusta, MT. There is lots of wildlife in the surrounding area and plenty of hiking trails to c...

Morrell Falls is an impressive waterfall. This is easily one of the most popular and well loved hikes in Montana, and it's also a National Recreation ...

Widow Coulee fishing access is a great stop to experience the Mighty Mo', as the locals call it. It is a nice drive from Great Falls and dips down int...

The rough road leading to the Willow Creek Falls Trailhead may be difficult but don't let that stop you from this incredible experience. Willow Creek ...

Castner Falls is the name of a former community and the waterfall that runs through it. It is a tiny little waterfall, so don't come with the destinat...

Looking over the edge of the dam is like sitting atop a roller coaster. It is an impressive sight! Hungry Horse Reservoir is just as impressive as one...

Find this waterfall on Highway 2 1.4 miles west of Devil Creek Campground....

This incredible hike is surprisingly not very popular despite the epic falls waiting at the end. The falls are quite tall and there is a second waterf...

Reeder's Alley is home to a great restaurant, caterer, a number of offices, non-profit organizations, and Visit Helena. It is a display of mining era ...

Muddy creek waterfall is tucked away at the divergence of two canyon walls, making it a unique sight. The waterfall is beautiful and the hike is easy,...

Bring the boats along for some fun in the sun! This is a fun lake for a swim, though it can get busy on summer weekends. The day use area has a boat l...

Wood Lake is a small lake with a day use picnic area and a campground. It's a great spot for a quiet picnic dinner, and kids love it for wading or fis...

Paradise Point is located in the Two Medicine area of Glacier National Park. This is a very easy hike, perfect for doing with kids. You hike through c...

This hike is really cool because it gives you a backcountry feel for relatively little effort. The trail is lightly traveled and isn't too steep, perf...

Holland Lake day use area is perfect for an epic Montana lake day! The facilities here are decent: close parking to haul in all your toys, one vault t...

Tower Rock State Park is an introduction to the geology of the Missouri River Canyon. There are bighorn sheep all along this area and hiking trails do...

This state park is on the shores of Hauser Lake near Helena, MT. Black Sandy State Park is an extremely popular weekend boating, fishing, camping and ...

This is a beautiful area to explore. There are lots of amenities at the park including flush toilets, picnic shelters, and fresh water. In the winter,...

Bullhead Lake hike departs from the Swiftcurrent Trailhead at Swiftcurrent Motor Inn parking lot in Many Glacier, Glacier National Park. Currently Man...

Frenchtown pond is a great place to spend an afternoon. The park has many amenities such as bathrooms, an outdoor shower, picnic tables, charcoal barb...

This park is right outside Missoula and is a great stop for a picnic. There's plenty of history in the area and a lot to be learned. The grove of tree...

Fish Creek State Park covers more than 5,600 acres, making it the largest state park in western Montana. This is a bring-your-own-entertainment type o...

The drive into the Crazy Mountains is stunning. The campground is tucked away in a canyon that sees little sunlight throughout the day, so it stays co...

This state park is described as a prairie dog "town" and when you visit, you'll understand why. Mother prairie dogs yell at their children for harassi...

"Who is Chief Plenty Coups?", you may ask. We can't tell you because we want you to come visit this park and find out for yourself! This park is packe...

This state park features three caves that all have pre-historic pictographs and artifacts found in them. A .75 mile trail connects them all, each with...

This is a beautiful picnic spot right outside Billings and great place to stay cool on a hot summer day! Motorized boats are not permitted on Lake Elm...

The "Grand Canyon of Montana", Bighorn Canyon is a beautiful area with lots to see and do. There is a northern entrance through Fort Smith, MT, but th...

Any time of year, this is always a beautiful drive! After a fresh snowfall it becomes a winter wonderland with powder hanging on the pines, in the spr...

This state park is commonly referred to as "The Buffalo Jump". It is also known as Ulm Pushkin State Park and is a great day trip destination. The vis...

The drive out to Gibson Reservoir is beautiful. The road can be rough but the views of the Rocky Mountain Front are incredible. Gibson is a fun area t...

This trail is popular for a reason! If you can coordinate vehicles or two hiking parties, experiencing the entire 26.6 mile trail is a must. If you de...

The Beartooth Highway is a MUST SEE for anyone lucky enough to be in this area of Montana. The windy roads on this drive make for an epic ride and you...

The suggested and most popular float for the Missouri River is the "White Cliffs" section of the river - from Coal Banks Landing to Judith Landing. Yo...

Peaceful place to put your toes in the water or camp. The beach area has cool views of the old truss bridge spanning Clark Fork River. Campsites can b...

Touted as the best preserved of all Montana ghost towns, Bannack is pretty impressive, and is also a National Historic Landmark. Learn all about Monta...

This fun drive skirts Tower Rock State Park and crosses Hardy Bridge, following the Missouri River most of the time. Admire the canyon and rock format...

Fun day hike in a (relatively) quiet corner of Glacier National Park. The hike is on the longer side for a day (12.4 miles out and back), but little e...

This remote adventure is well worth the 30 mile drive from Troy, MT. The forest of Cedars rather unique for Montana has its own atmosphere - this area...

The Devil's Glen trail, or Dearborn Trail #206, is a great, easy hike through some of the prettiest parts of the Rocky Mountain Front. The trailhead i...

Great spot to spend time on Flathead Lake! This state park has a few short trails, a boat launch, a great stretch of lakeshore, and nice campground. S...

This unique park doesn't get enough credit! You can get some great views from the car, but a short hike or two make your time especially worthwhile. T...

This mission was founded in the 1860's and included the purpose of converting the local Blackfeet tribes. The mission has relocated several times and ...

This is a can't-miss Montana experience. The canyon is walled with imposing rock structures and hosts a myriad of streams and plant groves below. This...

This adorable fire tower lookout cabin rests on one of the Little Bet Mountain's highest peaks. Come visit and check out the views of the valley below...

This hike is within Glacier National Park, and is incredible. The views along the trail are almost better than the actual destination, hiking alongsid...

Art alley is a series of buildings acting as canvases for beautiful painted murals in Great Falls, MT. The alley spans a couple blocks and has lots to...

The river winds and bends so much on this paddle that you can avoid using a second vehicle to spot boats. Go to the top of the float and drop your boa...

Make no mistake, this is a climb, not a casual hike, but the views make it worthwhile! Park at the Mt. Helena Parking Lot directly west of downtown He...

Quiet and pretty campground near the river. The river can flow pretty fast, so be careful with kids, especially during runoff season. This campground ...

This is a beautiful and easy hike that leads to an epic waterfall. You can stop at the upper part of the canyon and take in the view of the falls, or ...

The Craig, MT to Mountain Palace Boat Launch is a full-day float that will introduce you to the best of the Missouri River Canyon. It is a beautiful f...

This is a great campground! The waterfall is 50' and quite close to the parking lot. Campsites can fill up quickly, so it's best to arrive early on th...

It is rare to find hot springs untouched by concrete and this pool is one of the exceptions. A very short, easy trail leads to a small and shallow hot...

Our Lake, also known as Hidden Lake, is located on the Front Range near Choteau. It's a moderate to difficult hike, but relatively short - about 3.5 m...

Rock City is a patch of land that is packed with hoodoos: tall, spindly structures formed within sedimentary rock by erosion. There are lots of fun po...

Great backcountry hiking and camping option if you only have a long weekend to get outside. From Holland Lake Trailhead the hike to Upper Holland Lake...

Lots of options for adventure at Silver Crest Winter Recreation Area. This is a great spot for snowshoeing or cross country skiing, with lots of optio...

Though short, this easy hike packs some adventure with creek crossings, Beautiful mountain views, and an awesome waterfall! Cataract falls is located ...

This is my favorite water to swim in all of Montana. The scenery is perfect and the water is as pretty as it gets for Montana. This area is very busy ...

This beautiful overlook is the perfect place to take a sunset photo. The view to the west is the Rocky Mountain Front... it's amazing. This spot is up...

This a great free tent campsite along the west bank of the North Fork of the Flathead River. There are only a few primitive spots in the shade of the ...