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Maps Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park
The full distance of Going-to-the-Sun Road across Glacier National Park is about 50 miles. Without stopping, the drive takes about two hours, says park administration. Open Season – From Glacier National Park’s Website: “The lower elevation sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road remain open all year and provide access to many locations and activities. The summer opening…
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The buffalo of Yellowstone and Montana
Early in the 1800s thousands of buffalo roamed the plains of Montana. As the century grew to a close only a handful remained. Fearing extinction of the species, efforts were made to save the buffalo. Today, after decades of conservation work, a large herd of buffalo thrives in Yellowstone National Park. By YNP estimates, about…
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Tourists can view grizzly bears in captivity near Bozeman and West Yellowstone, Montana
Grizzly bears are among the largest mammals in North America. Grizzlies often weigh from 400 to 800 pounds and when standing on hind legs grizzlies can reach from six to eight feet tall. Grizzlies are dark brown in color and are commonly identified by a hump on their back behind the neck, giving them an…
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Art gallery in Bozeman, Montana, offers exceptional original paintings and sculpture
An art gallery in your local community usually has works of art that appeal to particular buyers. In Bozeman, Montana, this is usually translated as western art. Whether you are in the market, buyer or not, Mountain Trails Galleries in Bozeman is a must-visit place. At Mountain Trails, paintings and sculpture rich in landscape, wildlife,…
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Sodas, chocolates, and hog dogs savored by customers at Parrot Confectionary in Helena, Montana
If you are even visiting or vacationing in Helena, Montana, there is one place that stands out and you should never miss: The Parrot Confectionary on Last Chance Gulch in downtown Helena. This place has a vibe out of the ’50s, complete with a soda fountain, counter stools, booths, a juke box, and an overall…
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Visit, experience, and enjoy guest ranches in Montana
The western experience is what defines Montana. By this token, saddle up at one of Montana’s fantastic guest ranches (once called dude ranches). Horseback riding is a popular activity when visiting guest ranches. But guest ranches offer other activities, too. Fishing, hiking, nature viewing, horseshoes, games, and much more are offered depending on the individual…
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Best Helena, Montana hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown
Choosing the best hotel is a bit like choosing real estate. Look at the property’s location. The DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown fits the bill. This hotel is located on Last Chance Gulch in the middle of Helena’s premier historic district, with fine restaurants within walking distance. Expedia rates the hotel four stars. Ristorante Bella…
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Courtyard by Marriott opens new Billings hotel
Billings, Montana, has plenty of hotels. Which one to choose is not a simple thing to do for travelers. Hotel reviews may or may not offer reliable guidance. Even room prices on travel sites are not a full-proof way to evaluate a hotel’s quality. Hotels age. Some suffer from lack of updates and maintenance. A…
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Is a lonely stretch of a Montana highway ripe for a night UFO abduction?
Well first, to be clear, there is no record of a person(s) ever having been abducted by a UFO while traveling on a Montana highway. But a few staunch believers in UFOs think it will happen, not a matter of if but when. A story related by Heinrich and Sarah Ertel, while traveling on U.S.…
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Visitors have five entrances to Yellowstone National Park to choose from
There are five entrances to Yellowstone National Park, three from Montana and two from Wyoming. Which one to choose depends, in part, on the part of the country you are coming from. The most scenic route to enter Yellowstone arrives at the northeast corner along U.S. Highway 212 coming from Red Lodge and entering the…
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