Looking to have some fun in Montana this summer? There are plenty of options. This list highlights just a few of the options that are available for your leisure time in the Big Sky State. So, now there is no excuse for you to say that there is nothing to do. Kick on your cowboy boots, pack your bathing suit, or start the car. There is something for everyone to enjoy!
1. Visit the National Parks!
Both Glacier and Yellowstone are great ways to spend the weekend. Within the parks there are plenty of options of ways to spend time in the great outdoors. Be sure to use your head, though. Don't be another story of a tourist at Yellowstone.
2. See the Little Bighorn Battlefield.
This national monument holds a big chunk of U.S. history within it. Visit, reflect, and learn about Custer's Last Stand.
For more information visit:
https://www.nps.gov/libi/index.htm.
3. Dinosaurs are cool.
Visit the museum in Glendive to learn a little bit more about these beasts.
For more information visit: http://southeastmontana.com/listing/categories_NET/MoreInfo.aspx?IDRRecordID=17826
4. Experience Labor Day weekend in Dillon!
It is Montana's biggest weekend! Watch the rodeo, go to the concert, and enjoy the experience.This year Montgomery Gentry and Old Dominion are playing! Visit the Metlan Bar afterward if you are feeling adventurous.
For more information visit:
http://www.dillonjaycees.com/rodeo.html
5. Have a laugh in Virginia City.
The Brewery Follies is a cabaret show that is sure to give you a few chuckles. Who doesn't love a good laugh?
For more information visit:
http://www.visitmt.com/things-to-do/events/2016-06...
6. Float a river.
There are plenty of rivers to choose from in Montana to day or overnight float. Choose a river, pick your float, and pack your fishing rod.
7. Hike to Crow Creek Falls.
Outside of Radersburg there is the perfect hike waiting for you.
For more information visit:
http://alltrails.com/trail/us/montana/crow-creek-f...
8. Go to Missoula.
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Missoula has plenty of options for you! The website below has numerous activities listed. Take a peek.
For more information visit:
http://destinationmissoula.org/25-things-to-do
9. Head to the Red Ants Pants Music Festival.
This music festival helps "To develop and expand leadership roles for women, preserve and support working family farms and ranches, and enrich and promote rural communities." Go support this cause and enjoy artist like Wynonna and The Maverick July 28-31.
For more information visit:
http://redantspantsmusicfestival.com/festival-info...
10. See an over-sized penguin!
Well, why wouldn't you want to see an enormous penguin in Cut Bank?
For more information visit:
http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/14586
11. Go to a rodeo.
It is a Montana past-time, and there is almost always one going on somewhere in the state.
For a schedule of the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Visit:
There are plenty more things to do in Montana. What are your plans for this summer in Montana? Always remember to respect the land and environment in your travels.
