Montana is a vast, wild northwestern US state nicknamed 'Big Sky Country' for its sweeping vistas and dramatic open landscapes. From Glacier National Park's jagged peaks to the rolling prairies of the Great Plains and the geothermal wonders of Yellowstone's northern reaches, Montana rewards visitors with breathtaking scenery, world-class outdoor adventure, and a deeply authentic frontier culture.
Top attractions
The most popular and significant attractions in Montana.
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Glacier National Park
America's crown jewel wilderness with 700+ miles of trails
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Going-to-the-Sun Road
The most spectacular alpine highway in North America
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Beartooth Highway
68 miles of switchbacks climbing to 10,947 feet
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Little Bighorn Battlefield
Site of Custer's Last Stand and a deeply moving historic monument
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Museum of the Rockies
World's greatest collection of dinosaur fossils in Bozeman
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Big Sky Resort
Montana's premier four-season resort with 5,850 skiable acres and summer mountain biking
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Flathead Lake
The largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi — crystal-clear and ringed by mountains
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National Bison Range
A 19,000-acre wildlife refuge protecting 350+ wild bison 50 miles north of Missoula
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Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park
Montana's most spectacular limestone cave system with guided tours departing every 30 minutes
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Bannack State Park
Montana's gold-rush ghost town — the best-preserved frontier ghost town in the American West
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Practical information
What you need to know before you go.
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Tips for visiting attractions
Make the most of your sightseeing time.
Book Going-to-the-Sun Road vehicle reservations online at recreation.gov up to 120 days in advance for peak season (June 15–September 10).
Glacier NP entrance reservations are not required but come early to avoid afternoon queues at entrance stations.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to reserve a spot to drive Going-to-the-Sun Road?
From mid-June to mid-September, vehicle reservations are required from 6am–3pm. Reserve at recreation.gov up to 120 days in advance ($2 USD fee). Outside reservation hours, entry is first-come first-served.
Can I see Yellowstone from Montana?
Yes. Montana's Gardiner serves as the North Entrance to Yellowstone, open year-round. Cooke City accesses the Northeast Entrance via the Beartooth Highway (summer only).