Last Chance to Enjoy Summer in Southwest Montana
With the Summer Season winding down, the next few weeks will mark the last chance to enjoy some of our favorite Southwest Montana activities for the year. Labor Day weekend is the last opportunity for Living History in Virginia City and Nevada City, but there is plenty of history to explore! While our region is best known for the gold rush era, Lewis and Clark made their way across Montana as they searched for the Northwest Passage. There is no better opportunity to follow the footsteps of the Corps of Discovery than on a tour of the Gates of the Mountains, which will run through September 19th. While Lewis and Clark never set foot in one of the most decorated limestone caverns in North America, they are the namesake for Montana’s first and largest state park: Lewis and Clark Caverns. Tours at the Lewis & Clark Caverns, some of the most decorated limestone caverns in North American, will be available through the end of the month.
Helena and Butte offer the opportunity to dive into their local history aboard a historic trolley and tour train. Butte’s trolley tour can be arranged by calling the chamber and Helena’s Last Chance Tour Train will operate through September 15th. While we are enjoying cooler weather, restaurants and breweries across the region continue to operate their outdoor patio space which is the perfect way to gather with friends and enjoy the fresh Montana air!
While summer is winding down, there is still so much to explore in Southwest Montana.
Visitors who come to the Gates of the Mountains area to boat on the Missouri River, hike through the mountains, and marvel at the steep limestone cliffs are part of a tradition that probably stretches back more than 1,300 years. Much has been written about Gates of the Mountains over the years, but it’s hard to top the impression left by. Continue Reading.
With summer quickly drawing to a close, it is time to decide on that final excursion. The kids are headed back to school and the weather – knowing Montana – is about to change drastically. Living in Montana, our summers are filled with camping, hiking, fishing, boating, and road-trips, all surrounded by. Continue Reading.
Southwest Montana Itineraries
Looking for a little inspiration for your trip through Southwest Montana? There are countless ways to explore the region. Check out some of our itineraries before you hit the road! Wherever the trail leads, we’re glad to have you. Continue Reading.
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