What to do in Western Montana
Here are some places to check out if you want to explore Montana.
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Flathead Lake
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Flathead Lake is north of Missoula. It is a state park and the gateway to Glacier National Park. It's good for boating, fishing, camping, etc. Also, check out hiking at Wild Horse Island State Park.
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Glacier National Park
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Head north from Missoula to Whitefish, Kalispell, or Columbia Falls for entries points into Glacier National Park. -
Quinn's Hot Springs
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Northwest of Missoula, this one's a splurge, but the hot springs, beautiful setting, and good food are worth it. It does fill up fast so book way in advance. -
River Activities
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There are several rivers in and around Missoula. If you like rafting, kayaking, swimming, or fishing, you will be able to play on the rivers. https://destinationmissoula.org/riversFor guided tours, check out these outfitters in Missoula:
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Exploring Missoula
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Missoula has great hikes, a fun downtown, a farmer's market on Saturday morning, and more. Here's the local tourism website: https://destinationmissoula.orgAlso, some of our favorite spots:
