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It’s the end of October, and right on schedule Montana has been hit by an incredible snowstorm. Rather than snuggling in at home, we are taking the opportunity to get out of the “big city” and enjoy a weekend away in the Pioneer Mountains. And if you ask us there is no more perfect pair …

Montana’s most southwestern corner is home to some of the most pristine land in the state. Beaverhead County offers a wide selection of recreational opportunities, scenic drives and vistas, historical sites, and hot springs! If you are looking for an authentic Montana experience, the Beaverhead Dillon...

Snow falls on the foothills, only to dissipate by midday. In the river-bottoms the leaves of the cottonwoods are rustling into yellow, as if capturing sunshine on the branches. At higher elevations, the changing leaves of the aspens are gilding the mountainsides. Fall is upon us and winter fast approaches. It...

The incredible fall weather in Montana has us itching to get on the road. Bright oranges, reds, and yellows dot the hillsides, begging to be explored. Cooler temperatures mean the perfect weather for cozy clothing and a nice warm drink – the perfect addition to any Southwest Montana road trip! If you are...

Four beautiful roundels adorn the interior of the Montana Capitol buildings elegant rotunda. Painted by the firm F. Pedretti’s Sons (who were responsible for many of the paintings in the Capitol) in 1902, each of the paintings depicts a characteristic “type” who played a role in Montana&#...

This weekend we had the opportunity to take a road trip to the charming town of Philipsburg, Montana. Knowing that Philipsburg is a popular destination for travelers (from both in and out of state), we were curious what may have changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and what visitors can expect when visiting...

Montana is the crown jewel of outdoor recreation. Our wide-open spaces lend themselves to spending every waking moment in nature, mountains tower over head, the sky is so large it seems to engulf the entire landscape, and there is a scenic overlook at nearly every turn. And yet, amidst all of the access to...

It’s impossible, in a blog post, to even brush the surface of all that a summer in Southwest Montana has to offer. Even this year, when so many events have been cancelled, Montanans are spoiled for choice. Would it be possible to hike all the trails, fish all the streams, float all the rivers of …...

Take a look at a map of Helena. It’s a small city surrounded by green. That green means public land, and public land means hiking. The mountains around Helena are absolutely full of extraordinary hiking opportunities. In fact, there’s something like 70+ miles of hiking options within walking...

We are all together through the craziness and uncertainty brought by COVID-19. On one hand, what we want more than anything is to share the incredible treasures of Big Sky Country with all of you … on the other hand, the best thing each of us can do right now is to stay put. While …

Southwest Montana is a great place to travel with your family. There is so much to see and do in the area! Any one traveling with kids gets it … there is a lot of packing and planning to be done before you embark on any adventure. We’ve compiled a list of things to keep …

If you are still casting around for things to do this weekend, it’s going to be a fantastic time to hit the slopes. The cold and sunny weather has kept Southwest Montana’s ski hills soft and fast, and Saturday is going to be another bright day. Perfect for spending all day skiing. If, unlike me, &...