Sample: Elk Droppings Candy

Stay in this boutique lodging at the base of the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness Area, near Montana Zipline Adventures, Old Works Golf Course and the Washoe Park Trail system. Added bonus: Montana-made chocolates, like Grizzly Paws, a Montana-shaped chocolate bar, Elk Droppings, Moose Nuggets and Huckleberry Bark, to name a few. Open year-round.

Sample: Salted Chocolate Montana-Made Bequet Caramel

Wander this art gallery and gift store featuring Montana made items, fine art and bronzes, a wonderful book section, handcrafted jewelry, custom clothing, glasswork, a children's section and a cappuccino bar. Latigo & Lace gallery supports local and regional artists and artisans, with a curated selection of authentic pieces to reflect the area's Western heritage, landscapes and wildlife. Open 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Tuesday – Sunday.

Sample: One Piece of Candy, Visitor's Choice

Shepperd's Candy, est. 1954, is one of the last from-scratch confectionaries in the state. Enjoyed by Butte Residents for generations, Shepperd's features homemade caramels, fudges, brittles, nougats and an array of dipped chocolates. Open 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday. Cash or check only.

Sample: Gourmet Chocolate Candy Sample

River Ranch makes gourmet chocolate candy from premium, American-made white, milk and bittersweet Guittard chocolate. Enjoy delicious, homemade mint and caramel fillings, homemade marshmallows, chocolate covered almonds and re-shaped Jolly Rancher candies, as well as River Ranch’s sought-after advent calendars, molded chocolates and gift boxes. We don’t use preservatives, so please call ahead to ensure availability.

Giveaway: Chocolate-Scented Erasers

Take a self-guided tour behind the stone walls and towers through a massive cell block and maximum security and to the hanging gallows at the Old Montana Prison Museum. Ask about ghost tours. At the Montana Auto Museum, cruise down memory lane, with seven decades of automotive history, interpretive exhibits and more than 200 classic cars—including an exceptional muscle car exhibit. Seasonal: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily, mid-March – mid-December.

Sample: Locally Made Chocolate Treat

Shop local and locally made in Dillon. This full-service grocery stores offer quality and value in their fresh produce, dairy, meat, in-store bakery and deli selections. Their wide variety includes organic and natural selections, gluten free items, and special orders. Open 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily.

Sample: Lindt or Godiva Chocolate

Shop furniture, appliances, flooring and home décor at this locally owned shop and get your chocolate fix while you’re at it. Open 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday – Friday / 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday.

Sample: Chocolate Candy

Camp in the beautiful Big Hole Valley, an anger’s paradise, just steps from the Big Hole River and close to area attractions, like Crystal Park, Elkhorn Hot Springs and the Big Hole Battlefield. Enjoy ice cream socials and horseshoe pits. Seasonal: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. daily, May – October.

Sample: Coffee Cream Liqueur Sample

Savor local ingredients and regional flavors at Montana’s premier destination distillery, serving up some of the best-tasting and best-selling spirits of the American West. Open 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Monday – Sunday

*Must be at least 21 years of age to enjoy alcohol

Giveaway: Chocolate Layer-Cake-Scented Yankee Candle Votive Candle

Tour historic Helena on the Last Chance Tour Train, offering open-air trains and climate-controlled trolleys for a chance to see Montana’s beautiful capital city, including the opulent mansion district, the Cathedral of St. Helena, a restored miners’ village, Last Chance Gulch and the Old Fire Tower. Seasonal: June – September. Book tour times online.

Sample: Kids' Size Hot Chocolate Freeze (10oz)

Fuel up for your adventure and savor hand-crafted, hand-tossed pizza (including pizza by the slice) as well as specialty drinks and espresso at Helena’s neighborhood coffee and pizza shop. You’ll also find milk alternatives as well as a wide selection of teas. Ask about daily specials, which are featured almost every day of the week. Open 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday / 6:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday / 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturday / 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Sunday

Sample: Local Handmade Fudge

Stock up on adventure necessities and more at Hi-Country Trading Post, packed full of Made in Montana products, meat snacks, seasonings, sweet treats, apparel, lifestyle accessories, jewelry, hunting and fishing gear, kids items and more. All this in a hand-hewn log store with a huge variety of wildlife on display. Open 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily.

Giveaway: "Chocolate" Quartz — (One 5mm Faceted Smoky Quartz)

Discover family fun at this family run gem mining locale and jewelry shop in one. The seasonal water flume allows for outdoor Montana sapphire mining. Inside, shop local gemstones, including sapphires, garnets, agates and Idaho opals. Open 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily.

Sample: Chocolate paired with sample of Chompin' at the Pit Cherry Porter Beer

Mosey on over to this community brewery to rub elbows with the locals and savor the perfect pairing of chocolate and the authentic, Montana-crafted flavor of Chompin' at the Pit Cherry Porter Beer. Open 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday / 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday – Sunday.

*Must be at least 21 years of age to enjoy alcohol

Sample: Montana-Made Wilcoxson’s Chocolate Huckleberry Ice Cream Bar

Get your chocolate fix and your huckleberry fix at the same time at Canyon Ferry Lake KOA, an RV campground on beautiful Canyon Ferry Lake featuring RV sites, glamping cabins, tent sites, horseshoes, volleyball, a playground, convenience store, deli and more. Open 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday / 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday / 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Sample: Solid Dark Sweet Chocolate Lollipop

Devour melt-in-your-mouth, delectable handmade chocolates using “grandma's secret recipe.” Specialties include chocolate-covered peanut butter eggs and chocolate-covered coconut creme eggs. You’ll also find solid white chocolate and sweet dark chocolate minikins, raisin clusters, peanut clusters, nectar nuggets (filled with local honey), chocolate lollipops and pina-colada cups. Open 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday / 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Saturday.

Sample: Handmade Chocolate Truffle

Step back in time at this 1860s-inspired candy store and stock up on handmade fudge and hand-dipped chocolates. Come in for free samples and shop baskets full of old-fashioned candies licorice and sugar-free varieties. Seasonal: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. daily, Memorial Day – Labor Day.

Sample: Midnight Chocolate Ice Cream

Experience small-batch, handcrafted ice cream just like the good ol' days using rock salt and ice, five gallons at a time. All of the ice cream is made fresh in the shop every day, with flavors varying from traditional to unique. Seasonal: 11:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. Sunday – Saturday, Memorial Day ­– Labor Day.

Sample: Chocolate-Covered Caramel, Caramel Apple or Red Velvet Cake Truffle

Shop more than 80 kinds of chocolates, homemade fudge, cookies and fun candy for all ages at this West Yellowstone hot spot. Seasonal: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. daily, May – September.

Sample: Midnight Chocolate Ice Cream

Experience small-batch, handcrafted ice cream just like the good ol' days using rock salt and ice, five gallons at a time. All of the ice cream is made fresh in the shop every day, with flavors varying from traditional to unique. Seasonal: 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Memorial Day – June 15 / 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 (or 11:00 p.m.) June 16 – Labor Day.

Sample: Ice Cream or Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookie

Fuel up for the adventure at this family-run deli featuring gourmet soups, sandwiches, BBQ, local Montana Wilcoxson's ice cream and homemade cookies. Open 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.

Sample: Back Home Almond Buttercrisp Sample

Explore Montana’s rich Western heritage through a dynamic, inclusive visitor experience for all. Featuring the Montana Pro Rodeo Hall and Wall of Fame, as well as an array of the best handcrafted Made in Montana products in the state, interactive exhibits and special events, the amazing story of America’s last best place is on full display. Open 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday.

Sample: A Shot of Chocolate Wine

Begin your Montana adventure at the Wise River Club, featuring a lodge, cabins, a restaurant and bar, and an ice cream shop, all close to hunting, fishing and snowmobiling adventures. Don’t miss live music on Friday nights and Sunday afternoons. 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Sunday – Thursday / 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

*Must be at least 21 years of age to enjoy alcohol