Things To Do
Food
Catalyst: Great "farm-to-table" breakfast spot in Downtown Missoula. On weekends, be prepared for a short wait! The Depot: An upscale steakhouse in Missoula, with a 'Montana' feel. Reservations recommended. James Bar: A nice bar with amazing food in Downtown Missoula. The sliders are delicious! Lolo Steakhouse: A true steakhouse located in Lolo, MT. No reservations accepted, so expect a wait during peak times! Good Food Store: The best grocery store in the world! Expect lots of local goodies as well as extensive grab and go/hot bar options
Breweries
Bayern: Located in Central Missoula. Our favorite brewery, serving traditional German food and beer. Blacksmith Brewing Company: Located in our town, Stevensville! Great beer and live music on Tuesdays. No food, but there is usually a food truck! Lolo Peak Brewing: Located on Highway-93 in Lolo, MT. Fantastic food and beer in one of the coolest settings! Tamarack Brewing: Located in Downtown Missoula and Lakeside (by Flathead.) Great bar food and even better
Outdoor Activities
Fly Fishing: Western Montana is known for our amazing fishing, particularly fly-fishing! Head out to Rock Creek, the Clark, or really any of our many rivers/lakes. There are plenty of guided trip options, if you'd like to learn. Float the River: Throughout the Montana summer, you will see throngs of people floating the Clark Fork and Bitterroot rivers! Grab a beer, rent a floatie, and hop on the UDASH shuttle for a 2-3 hour river float. You can also park two cars at the beginning and end, let us know if you want more info on where to park! There are also tons of guided rafting tours near us. Hot Springs: For a relaxing experience after a long day, check out one of our hot springs! We'd recommend Lolo Hot Springs or Quinn's, for a resort experience. For a more rustic adventure, check out Weirs in Kooskia, ID!
Hikes
Hike the 'M': Located by the University of Montana in Missoula. A must-do hike for epic views of Missoula. Be prepared for a short but steep incline and potential crowds. Blue Mountain: Located on the way to Lolo from Missoula. One of our favorites due to the beautiful views and off-leash dog policy! Rattlesnake: A whole neighborhood in Missoula, filled with tons of hiking and mountain biking trails. Our favorite is Woods Gulch. Kootenai, Bass, and Grizzly Creek: Two beautiful hikes located between Missoula and Hamilton. Both are intermediate hikes along the Bitterroot river, dotted with swimming holes and views!
Montana Must Sees
Flathead Lake: Located about 1-1.5 hours north of Missoula, this expansive lake is incredible. We'd recommend experiencing the lake by stopping at the Wayfairs or Finley Point public access point. Couple the road trip with a trip to Wild Horse Island and a stroll through the town of Big Fork. Glacier National Park: The incredible Montana park is about 2 hours away from Missoula. It lives up to expectations with beautiful mountain views and glacier lakes. Expect crowds on the road but make sure to stop at some of the trail heads for a more serene experience. Please note, dogs are not allowed on most hikes! Bison Range / Land of 1,000 Buddhas: Both fun day trips, located between Missoula and Flathead. See one of Montana's largest Bison herds on a beautiful drive. Then, stretch your legs by strolling through the majestic Buddha garden. Whitefish: An acclaimed resort town located near Kalispell, MT (1.5-2 hrs) Lots of fun outdoor activities and one of the cutest Montana towns.