Montana is Full of Natural Treasures

Mission Mountains, Flathead Lake, Montana.
Mission Mountains, Flathead Lake, Montana. Photo by Colter Olmstead on Unsplash

The U.S. state of Montana is truly one of the undiscovered gems of the country. Known as the Big Sky Country, you’ll have to travel off of the beaten path to find this big state’s plenty of gems. Check out some of the natural treasures that you absolutely must see on your next trip to Montana.

Glacier National Park

The biggest gem you’ll find in Montana is Glacier National Park, located in the northwest corner of the state. Snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes, glaciers, and wildlife ranging from grizzly bears to mountain goats. Stay in a mountain lodge or camp here as you discover its hundreds of miles of trails.

Makoshika State Park

Are you a fan of dinosaurs and places that look like they’re from an entire other world? Makoshika State Park is a badland area with bare rock formations in which juniper and pine trees are sprinkled in. Many dinosaur fossils have been found here, and you might be lucky enough to come across one yourself!

Flathead Lake

The largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River is Flathead Lake, located in the mountains of northwest Montana. Formed by a glacier millions of years ago, it is known for being extremely clean and a great place for water sports and fishing.