Whitefish Lake Beach
It is one of the most scenic places in Montana. The beach is popular for lake trout and large mountain fish. It provides ample opportunities for boating, sailing and water-skiing. There is a park located near the beach, known as the Whitefish Lake State Park. This park is beautifully landscaped with a pleasant campground and beautiful forest.
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park Designated as the national park on March 1, 1872, the Yellowstone National Park is the world’s first national park and also one of the largest. The park is known for its steaming hot springs, geysers, waterfalls and wildlife. There are a number of recreational opportunities, like hiking, camping, boating, fishing and sightseeing.
Spring Meadow Lake State Park
Located west of Helena, Montana, the Spring Meadow Lake State Park is a popular holiday destination that offers great adventure. It is very popular for swimming, hiking, sun-bathing, scuba diving, bird-watching and fishing. The park is home to a variety of birds.
State Parks | Beaverhead Rock State Park, Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park, Makoshika State Park, Yellow Bay State Park, Spring Meadow Lake State Park |
Beaches | Whitefish Lake City Beach, Black Sandy Beach, Cooney Beach, Canyon Ferry Beach, Tiber Beach, Fresno Reservoir Beach |
Museums | C.M. Russell Museum, Mai Wah Museum, Montana Historical Society Museum, World Museum of Mining, Makoshika Dinosaur Museum |
Historical Landmarks | Bannack Historic District, Fort Benton, Hagen Site, Pompey’s Pillar, Lemhi Pass, Virginia City Historic District |
Other Places | Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area, Polebridge, Seeley-Swan Valley |
Pompey’s Pillar
Named after the site of a famous natural landmark, Pompey’s Pillar was founded in 1907. On the landmark, William Clark had inscribed his name on July 25, 1806 during his trip down the Yellowstone River.
Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area
Established on October 15, 1966, the Bighorn National Recreational Area is a must-visit. It is one of the grandest canyons in the Northern Rockies, offering a diversified landscape of forest, mountains, valleys, upland prairie, deep canyons, deserts, lakes, and wetlands. Boating and fishing in the area is much fun.