Off the Beaten Path
With record-breaking crowds set to converge on Glacier National Park this summer, we bring you a few options to avoid the congestion
By Tristan Scott
When Going-to-the-Sun Road opens in earnest and visitors converge in droves on the nerve center of Glacier National Park, the effect is like that of a fire hose, flooding the main corridor with a tide of dense traffic and broadcasting visitors to the park’s most popular areas. READ MORE »»»
Preserving America’s Best Idea
A century ago, Stephen Mather embarked on a journey across America to make the case for a unified national park system
By Justin Franz
On a crisp September day in 1915, U.S. District Attorney for Montana Burton K. Wheeler got his car stuck in the mud on a rutted road along the east side of Glacier National Park. READ MORE »»»
Water World
Take a day trip and enjoy these six rivers, lakes and waterfalls
By Dillon Tabish
This corner of Montana stands out from space. Among the lush, green forests of the soaring Rocky Mountains, a great blue lake stretches high and wide. READ MORE »»»
Four Fantastic Road Trips
Summer offers the perfect time to roll down the windows and hit the road
By Justin Franz
Every summer, residents of the Flathead Valley plan out their weekends with military-like precision. After all, there are only so many days to pack in the activities we love, from hiking and biking to boating and running. READ MORE »»»
Can’t-Miss Events in Summer 2016
As summer weekends already start filling up, be sure to make room on your calendar for these events and festivals
By Molly Priddy
There’s no better time to explore nature’s bounty than during summer in Northwest Montana. READ MORE »»»