27 days in Montana Itinerary

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Bozeman
— 5 nights
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West Yellowstone
— 4 nights
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Red Lodge
— 2 nights
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Helena
— 4 nights
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Missoula
— 5 nights
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Libby
— 2 nights
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Glacier National Park
— 4 nights
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Bozeman — 5 nights

Venture out of the city with trips to Big Sky (Horseback Riding Tours, Fishing Charters & Tours, &more). On the 26th (Sun), dedicate a day to the elevated beauty of Bridger Bowl.

To find more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Bozeman trip itinerary maker tool.

Mexico City, Mexico to Bozeman is an approximately 11-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Mexico City to Bozeman is minus 1 hour. Prepare for much colder weather when traveling from Mexico City in March: high temperatures in Bozeman hover around 11°C and lows are around -5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to West Yellowstone.
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West Yellowstone — 4 nights

Get out of town with these interesting West Yellowstone side-trips: Big Sky (Lone Mountain Ranch Outdoor Shop & Lone Peak) and Wilderness Connection (in Gardiner). Spend the 1st (Sat) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center, see what you can catch with a fishing tour, explore the activities along Yellowstone River, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Two Top.

To see ratings, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our West Yellowstone journey planner.

Getting from Bozeman to West Yellowstone by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and shuttle. Traveling from Bozeman in March, expect West Yellowstone to be slightly colder, temps between 3°C and -9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Red Lodge.
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Red Lodge — 2 nights

On the 3rd (Mon), trek along Silver Run Trails, hit the slopes at Red Lodge Mountain, then stop by Babcock & Miles, and finally get outside with Beartooth Slingshot Rentals. Keep things going the next day: view the masterpieces at Back Alley Metals, then cast your line with Stillwater Anglers, and then trek along Lake Fork Trail.

For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Red Lodge driving holiday planning site.

Traveling by car from West Yellowstone to Red Lodge takes 4.5 hours. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from West Yellowstone in April: high temperatures in Red Lodge hover around 13°C and lows are around 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Helena.
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Helena — 4 nights

Explore Helena's surroundings by going to Great Falls (Feather Your Nest, Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, &more) and Butte (Old Lexington Stamp Mill and Gardens & Granite Mountain Memorial Overlook).

To see more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Helena travel route planner.

You can drive from Red Lodge to Helena in 4 hours. In April, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can drive to Missoula.
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Missoula — 5 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Missoula: Chief Joseph Cross Country Ski Trail (in Sula), Rugg's Outfitting (in Superior) and Flathead Lake (in Polson).

To see traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Missoula attractions planner.

Getting from Helena to Missoula by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can drive to Libby.
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Libby — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Fri): get engrossed in the history at Libby Heritage Museum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Turner Mountain Ski Area, and then take in the views from Kootenai Falls Suspension Bridge. On the 15th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: delve into the lush surroundings at Kootenai National Forest and then get a taste of life in the country at McGinnis Meadows Cattle and Guest Ranch.

For more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Libby itinerary website.

You can drive from Missoula to Libby in 3.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Missoula to Libby is minus 1 hour. April in Libby sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to travel to Glacier National Park.
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Glacier National Park — 4 nights

Crown of the Continent

Glacier National Park is known for nature, scenic drive, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: hike along Swiftcurrent Pass Hike, contemplate the waterfront views at McDonald Creek, take in the awesome beauty at Swiftcurrent Mountain, and cruise along Going-to-the-Sun Road.

For photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Glacier National Park tour itinerary planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Libby to Glacier National Park. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Libby to Glacier National Park due to the time zone difference. April in Glacier National Park sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of -1°C at night. You'll set off for home on the 19th (Wed).
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Montana travel guide

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The Crown of the Continent
With a population of only one million, Montana remains an untouched natural paradise of snowcapped peaks, expansive forests, and alpine lakes, dotted with Old West ghost towns, Indian reservations, and progressive urban communities. Appreciate the state's unique charm and beauty with a trip to Glacier National Park, where you can come face-to-face with Montana wildlife among its high peaks. Head to the state's largest cities, Billings and Missoula, for an array of historical attractions and cultural sightseeing.
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