Though it may be small, Essex is a noteworthy Montana destination. A stone's throw from Glacier National Park, Essex is just off U.S. Highway 2 along the southern border of the park. Essex offers plenty of access to outdoor recreation, including Nordic skiing trails as well as hiking trails, like the noteworthy 4-mile hike to beautiful Stanton Lake. A short drive from Essex, the Walton Goat Lick Overlook is a popular viewing spot for mountain goats.
Western Montana’s mix of mountains, wetlands, grasslands and river corridors creates rich habitat for birds year-round. Raptors circle above open...
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Spring arrives in Western Montana’s Glacier Country with fresh mountain air and a full calendar of events. Communities celebrate the...
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You’ll find recreation opportunities throughout Western Montana’s Glacier Country, no matter the season. This A to Z list highlights the...
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Montana has deep literary roots. Norman Maclean set his beloved novella “A River Runs Through It” here. Richard Hugo wrote...
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