13 Unforgettable Things You Must Add To Your Montana Summer Bucket List
Welcome back, summer!
It feels like a year can pass by in an instant, and yet it feels like we wait an eternity for this season to arrive—especially in Montana. When the snow starts to melt in the mountains and the days get warmer, we start to make some seriously fun plans. If you have a “Montana summer bucket list” this year, make sure some of these things are on it.
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Yes, Montana has beaches, and our lakeside lounging is just as fun as time spent by the ocean. This is Whitefish City Beach.
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Montana has 54 of them, and they're all worth visiting. This is Fort Owen State Park near Stevensville.
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Supporting local farmers feels (and tastes) good.
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Actually, go on as many as you can.
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Celebrate our state's eccentric spots.
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Why should tourists be the only ones to enjoy them?
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'Tis the season for outdoor meals and drinks. This is Casey's in Whitefish, which has an incredible rooftop.
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This is a fun way to see some of Montana's most beautiful landscapes.
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If you're lucky enough to own a boat or have friends who do, utilize it. Otherwise, take advantage of one of our state's numerous options for boat tours and rides.
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Summer is short. You may as well get to know your local scoopers.
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Do something that scares you, just a little bit.
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This can be a quick overnight journey, or you can take some time and explore the whole state. But summer is the perfect road trip season.
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Jessica Wick
There's no place like home.
What’s on your Montana summer bucket list?
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