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 history lives not only in well-known landmarks, but also in small museums tucked into quiet valleys and rural...
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There’s something special about fall in Western Montana’s Glacier Country. Autumn brings crisp mountain air, golden hillsides, colorful riverbanks and...
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Autumn in Western Montana is pure gold. The season comes alive with concerts, harvest festivals and Halloween gatherings, all set...
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Western Montana’s wine scene has a character all its own. Across Glacier Country, local winemakers craft traditional reds, whites and...
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