For years, Missoula has been a popular town within Montana to live, work, and play. The community, on the western end of the state, has long been noted for its high quality of life, recreational opportunities, and bustling education scene. Set against the gorgeous backdrop of the Clark Foot River and five separate mountain ranges, Missoula also has been known for its robust entrepreneurial community. A stroll through the city streets will reveal an abundance of locally run shops, making Missoula pretty perfect for a day trip in Montana.