See what the experts are saying about Montana. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
A mix of the rugged Wild West, the even more rugged Rocky Mountains, and a few almost-modern cities -- or what we might call overgrown cow towns -- make the states of Montana and Wyoming a delightful vacation spot. This is especially true for... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Glacier National Park: The best vacation spot in Montana is also the most obvious one. By the standard of other crowded national parks, this spectacular country is virtually undiscovered. Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
The Tupelo Grille (Whitefish, MT; tel. 406/862-6136): Whitefish's best restaurant specializes (surprisingly) in spicy New Orleans-style food: the Cajun Creole combo (a platter of shrimp Creole, crawfish étouffée, and chicken and sausage jamba... Continue reading »
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Best hotel bets
Many Glacier Hotel (Glacier National Park, MT; tel. 406/892-2525): The best thing about Many Glacier, apart from its elegant mien, its friendly service, and its cozy rooms, is the setting, along Swiftcurrent Lake and in the shadows of Mount G... Continue reading »
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The best fishing
The Madison (MT): Brown trout aren't native to this area, but no one's asking them to leave -- on this popular river running from Yellowstone National Park into Montana, they're the big attraction. The Madison converges with its "holy trinity... Continue reading »
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The best golf courses
Old Works (Anaconda, MT): Jack Nicklaus has created a course that is as much fun to play as it is beautiful to look at. The course wonderfully integrates the rocky bluffs, the historic nature of the old copper-processing sites, and prairie gr... Continue reading »
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The best inns and bed & breakfasts
The Garden Wall Inn (Whitefish, MT; tel. 888/530-1700): This delightful B&B, built in the 1920s, is full of charm -- all of the furnishings are period antiques, including claw-foot tubs and Art Deco dressers. Gourmet breakfasts include specia... Continue reading »
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The best museums
Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center (Great Falls, MT; tel. 406/727-8733): This offers a great perspective on the "Corps of Discovery," from its conception back East to its endpoint at the mouth of the Columbia River at... Continue reading »
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The best outdoor pursuits
Exploring the Bob Marshall Wilderness: The 1.5-million-acre Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex in northwest Montana is one of America's most spectacular wild places. Lace up your hiking boots, tie on your bandanna, and take to the high country i... Continue reading »
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The best performing arts
International Wildlife Film Festival (Missoula, MT; tel. 406/728-9380): This film festival has become a required festival for international filmmakers who specialize in wildlife. It goes for a week in early to mid-May, and includes panel disc... Continue reading »
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The best wildlife watching
Glacier National Park: The experience of watching wildlife amid the imposing terrain of Glacier National Park is tough to beat. With a little energy, you can see mountain goats, moose, elk, and other native animals in their natural habitat. K... Continue reading »
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The best winter vacations
Skiing at Big Sky and Moonlight Basin (tel. 800/548-4486 or 877/822-0430): In 2005, Big Sky and Moonlight Basin connected their trail systems, making for a combined 5,300 acres of terrain -- the largest ski area in the country. Continue reading »
