Chase the Colors of Western Montana's Fall
From September through November, Glacier Country offers awe-inspiring fall experiences.
Come chase golden larches, cheer on the Griz or enjoy a hot springs soak as snowflakes fall—autumn in Glacier Country is a season of discovery. It’s just as vibrant as summer and every bit as adventure-filled.
Discover September + October
September and October bring brilliant colors and fresh autumn air. Vibrant larch, aspen and cottonwood trees transform the landscape, set against striking blue skies and snow-dusted peaks. Cooler weather makes it perfect for hiking, biking and fall fly-fishing. Small towns buzz with festivals and harvest events, and Griz football games light up Saturdays in Missoula.
Discover November
November ushers in a different kind of magic—crisp days and first snows. It’s the season for slowing down, soaking in hot springs, exploring museums and galleries, or cozying up in a café or brewery after a day outdoors.
Lookout Pass Ski & Recreation Area
Great Northern Powder Guides
Western Cider
Montana Museum of Art & Culture
Indigikitchen
Kootenai Angler
Montana River Guides
Kootenai Angler has been part of the river's rhythm for more than 40 years. What started with a raft and a passion for fly-fishing has grown into a gathering place—where days are spent on legendary water and evenings bring people together over good food and even better stories. For founder Dave Blackburn, it's always been about more than the catch.
What began as a humble venture with a van and a raft has grown into a renowned river guiding service on Montana's Alberton Gorge. For 30 years, Montana River Guides has been more than just guiding whitewater rafting trips and scenic floats. They're storytellers, stewards of our public lands, and purveyors of unforgettable experiences on Western Montana's treasured waters.
You only get good cider if you start with good apples, and nobody knows that better than Western Cider. This craft cidery in Missoula, Montana, creates award-winning cider with heirloom apples grown on knobby, 80-year-old trees from the Bitterroot Valley's historic apple era.
Step into a world of artistic wonder at the Montana Museum of Art & Culture in Missoula, Montana. With over 11,000 works spanning centuries, be immersed in an inspiring journey through history and creativity. Discover how art shapes, moves and connects us all.
With a legacy that spans nearly a century, Lookout Pass is a cherished part of Western Montana's winter landscape. Generations have come together here to share the joy of ski season. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere and welcoming vibes, it's more than just a ski hill. With 400 inches of fresh snow each year, a historic lodge that feels like stepping back in time, and a beloved free ski school for kids, Lookout Pass is a mountain treasure.
Born from former ski racer Jay Sandelin's passion for untouched powder, Great Northern Powder Guides is Montana's only backcountry cat-skiing experience. Nestled in the Stillwater State Forest, this family-owned operation spans over 20,000 acres of pristine terrain. After carving through steep lines and powder-packed bowls, guests gather at the Powder House yurt, leaving with memories of epic adventure and a profound connection to the wild heart of Western Montana.
At Indigikitchen, Mariah Gladstone blends ancestral knowledge with modern creativity to reclaim and celebrate Indigenous foodways. Through immersive meals, hands-on experiences and stories rooted in the Blackfeet landscape, each meal becomes an invitation to honor the past while nourishing a more connected future.
