Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. This was our first adventure since the world shut down for the Coronavirus pandemic and we knew it had to be epic so we create an itinerary to visit Yellowstone National Park, Glacier National Park, and Grand Teton National Park - and we hit the road for a 10-day road trip to Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Just in time too, because about 20 minutes later the skies opened up. Torreys 33F. The 50-mile route cuts across Glacier National Park at an elevation of 6,646 feet and is open seasonally, so youll want to plan accordingly. :) Purchase a step-by-step guide to this itinerary. Be sure to bookmark this page to refer back to while youre planning! The next morning we explored the town of Riggins (population 401) and ate lunch at Kates Cattlemens Homestyle Cooking, where we were served by Kate herself (get the biscuits and gravy, youll thank us later)! You see, Cafe Kandahar, the fine dining restaurant located in the lodge, is the best food in Whitefish and possibly all of Montana with a price point to match. I would like to spend more time digging into some of the more challenging hiking trails and exploring the Many Glacier and Medicine Road sections of the park as well. Youll be walking distance from everything in Whitefish! The older llamas are very friendly and sociable. National parks are protected for their scenic, inspiration, recreational, and/or educational value. Road conditions from Idaho to Montana. The story of the horses on Wild Horse Island is that the Salish-Kootenai tribe kept their horses on the island to keep them safe from being stolen by other tribes. Alicias bag didnt make the connecting flight and we had to come back and pick it up later in the afternoon. Within this guide, weve kept our suggestions for specific spots within Glacier National Park to a minimum to honor this principle. Our alarms jarred us awake in pitch black (which felt strange since we had woken with the sun at 5:30 on the previous mornings) with the pounding of rain on the roof of our cabin. The shuttles are ADA accessible and make several stops, but take about the same amount of time as driving your personal vehicle. Our visit was during late September (in 2019) and I honestly didnt notice that many crowds, though I also dont have a frame of reference to compare to! Roadtrip Idaho Montana Wyoming US Travel. Until next time. Welcome to Montana, where there are two times as many cows as people and miles and miles of gorgeous, rolling wilderness to explore! At least about 1/3 of the license plates we see are from out of state. This luxury condo in downtown Bigfork has spectacular views of Swan River, you can hear the sounds of rushing white water from the deck, and the loft bedroom has cathedral windows looking across spectacular views. There was an error submitting your subscription. As we passed through Hayden Valley (known for its wildlife sightings), we noticed a lot of people pulled over at a turn out, pointing and taking pictures. We rode horses and ate beef, as one must, and went on some of the most scenic hikes anywhere. It may not have happened exactly how we planned, butit all came up Dana & Alicia in the end! We were stocked up with essential items (PB&J fixings, fruit & snacks, water, bug spray, and most importantly, bear spray). I dont have all the answers, but as someone involved in driving tourism and educating visitors, the least I can do is share what Ive learned. As a western montanan I dont agree with this road trip. When we arrived at the Cold Springs Winery, the owner was out fixing the pond and opened for us even though we arrived before opening. Oooh, creepy! We were exhausted and crashed quickly. And yes: there are llamas. But, adorably, they step politely off the trail to do it. Feels like 33.03 Wind speed 2.4 mph Pressure 1010 hPa. With rustic log cabins, winding rivers, and rolling green meadows all framed by the snow-capped the Sawtooth mountains the town looks straight out of a fairy tale. While his convictions differ significantly from mine (Ive lived in liberal cities my entire life and have never handled a gun), it was eye-opening to hear an opposite perspective on familiar issues. Rule of thumb: Always keep 25 yards (about 2 school buses) away from a non-aggressive animal, or 100 yards (one football field) away from large/potentially aggressive ones. Everythings coming up Dana & Alicia! Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve. Visitors range from overweight midwestern American families on their annual vacation to scantily-clad young girls ready for a night at the Marquee. The cabin we stayed in was adorable. When we were done with our hike, it was lunch time. Day 2: Riggins, Idaho to Missoula, Montana, Post white water rafting on the Salmon River in Riggins, Idaho. Missoula is a charming college town, and by far the most urban place youll be during your 10 days in Montana. The springs, located at the top of a mountain, are reachable via a relatively short but steep hike. On that note, these past two years have been rough as far as having some pretty bad visitation experiences. Missoula has a plethora of hotels so we booked a Comfort Inn near downtown on our way into town. And when thousands of people converge on a small number of specific wilderness locations, those locations are negatively impacted and at risk of being harmed, destroyed, and blocked off to visitors entirely. At some points, we felt like we were paddling with all our might and not moving at all, but we eventually made it back to the dock. You basically just hug them until they get used to you. We enjoyed the warm hues of the setting sun as we continued our way out to the main road and back to our little cabin in the woods. We recommend adding it to your Montana itinerary. If we had booked months in advance, Im sure we would have saved money but we would have lost out on the flexibility that makes road trips such fun adventures. This craft distillery, set in a stunning 1880s era saloon, creates spirits from grain grown on the owners fathers farm in central Montana. The sun sets late in Montana in the summer, so you can still catch the sunset after your dinner; Check it out at Wayfarers State Park, a locals favorite place to see the sunset over the lake as the sun sinks behind the mountains. The simplest answer I can give you is to seek out Native-owned businesses. The food is amazing literally everything on the menu is incredible and the drinks are fantastic. Im planning a roadtrip through Montana and Wyoming (yanno, as soon as its safe and whatnot), so I loved how in-depth your details were! Whoops! Not only will you be learning about the park directly from the people who originally inhabited (and still, technically, own) it, but your tour fee will be directly supporting a Native-owned business. But if you do have some time in town, we recommend booking a Missoula Back Alleys tour! After a long day of driving and exploring, Big Fork Inn is the perfect place for a cozy dinner with a view. We made it in perfect time, just 4 minutes before the geyser was set to blow. We continued for a stop at must-see on any Idaho road trip, Craters of the Moon National Monument - an insanely unique landscape in the middle of nowhere. When we reached the first lake, I came close to tears because we had worked so hard for the beautiful views. Here is our exact day-to-day road trip itinerary from San Francisco: Day 1: Drive from San Francisco to Stanley, Idaho (~12 hours)Day 2: Stanley, IdahoDay 3: Salmon, Idaho & Missoula, MontanaDay 4: Drive from Missoula to Big Sky, MontanaDay 5: Big Sky, Montana & Yellowstone National Park, WyomingDay 6: Livingston, MontanaDay 7: Beartooth Highway and Yellowstone National Park, WyomingDay 8: Grand Teton National Park, WyomingDay 9: Escalante, UtahDay 10: Las Vegas, NevadaDay 11: Drive from Las Vegas to San Francisco (~8 hours). Please at least include a trigger warning if not!! So we did, and the dog followed as promised, but.rude!!! We recommend staying at Pine Lodge, located right on the Whitefish River and a 3-minute drive to downtown. Visiting Glacier National Park was top of the list on our Montana itinerary so we knew wed find a way to make it happen! Now we were quite behind on our excursion (farther behind than we realized at the point). An excellent reminder, and we couldnt agree more! I havent been to The Peoples Center, but will definitely be checking it out when were home next year. And yes: there are llamas. Sadly I didnt have a chance to take this tour myself during my trip, but Ive heard nothing but good things. Book your trip no later than the 3rd week of September just to be safe, and double-check the seasonal closing dates before you book anything. As we were walking around, we were drawn to music and ended up catching the tail end of a free, outdoor show by the band Afrosonics. Were hoping to visit late June as thats when our daughter is done with school. Bummer. Your next stop on the road will explore the rich Indigenous history of Montana at The Peoples Center. We havent been to Montana in 20 years and unfortunately didnt make it to Glacier then. Im from Montana, and this is so important but not talked about nearly enough. Day 1: Drive from San Francisco to Stanley, Idaho (~12 hours) Day 2: Stanley, Idaho Day 3: Salmon, Idaho & Missoula, Montana Day 4: Drive from Missoula to Big Sky, Montana Day 5: Big Sky, Montana & Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming Day 6: Livingston, Montana Day 7: Beartooth Highway and Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming A 12-Day Road Trip Itinerary for Montana, Wyoming, and the Dakotas Before we dive in here, it's important to note that this itinerary does include traversing through or near some Indigenous lands, mostly belonging to '&l='+l:'';j.async=true;j.src= Follow along for an epic Idaho road trip through Ketchum, Stanley, Salmon, Missoula (a little side trip to Montana), Coeur dAlene, and McCall. Weve also created a free, printable summary of this Montana Road Trip! Big Sky, like so much of Montana, is absolutely stunning, with wide-open skies, winding rivers, and purple-hued mountains in the distance. One of the best ways to get the full Idaho experience is to road trip through the state. We set out around 7 and headed first to Blackfoot River Brewing Company (which closed at 8) and sampled some very delicious IPAs. We only had one day scheduled in the park so we only had one shot to make it in before they stopped letting un-ticketed cars in at 6! We recommend Stageline Pizza, which is a local legend for great pie. So if you want to post some cool pics of the nature you seego for it! Were sick about it. We also learned quickly that the beautiful scenic views came with a lack of cell service so for anyone planning this drive, download a couple playlists and pick up a paper map in advance. In 2016 we quit our jobs, put our stuff in storage, and took off on a (disastrous) year-long honeymoon. Theyre very popular. :) Purchase a step-by-step guide to this itinerary. We told all the random people we encountered back at the lodge about our experience. On the way into Bruneau Dunes, we noticed a sign for a winery from the side of the road. WebThe route to here from Bear Lake weaves along the Idaho/Wyoming border through Jackson, Wyoming, and passes west of another popular local destination, Grand Teton National Park, before ending in West Yellowstone, Montana. Additionally, this itinerary includes routes that pass through American Indian reservations. First stop was Moulton Barns on Mormon Row, an old Mormon settlement before the national park was established. Hells Canyon National Recreation Area A scenic view of Hells Canyon. I just love, love, love your writing style and the way you travel. After about 2.5 miles walking east on Going to the Sun road, we decided to turn back and go for a hike. Day 9: Grand Teton National Park to Twin Falls, Idaho. WebThe route to here from Bear Lake weaves along the Idaho/Wyoming border through Jackson, Wyoming, and passes west of another popular local destination, Grand Teton National Park, before ending in West Yellowstone, Montana. The trip begins and ends in Portland, Oregon, but spends much of the time in and around Glacier National Park in Montana. We arrived at the Glacier Haven RV Park & Campground in the early evening. It also serves Our itinerary took us through the iconic national parks with a number of must-see stops on the way to Idaho, Montana and Wyoming! They were designed especially for the inclines and turns of Glacier National Park & Going to the Sun Road, and their unique designs have been a staple of the Park ever since. On the road, we did some quick research (when we were lucky enough to get reception between the trees and mountains in the middle of nowhere) and found the Weir Creek Hot Springs in Clearwater National Forest on our route to Montana. Downtown Livingston, pictured above, looks like an idyllic old western town, though vintage shops and cafes now line the street instead of saloons. The artichoke spinach dip and conversation with local patrons were to die for.Ponderosa Pies is a food truck in Salmon that I wish we tried (they were sold out when we went). So far on this trip, rooms had been expensive due to the amount of travelers in the area. Sorry I dont usually post comments like this we were just alarmed. Meanwhile, Alicia and I were so excited about our wolf encounter! Stanley, population ~60, is located in Central Idaho, about 130 miles from Boise. Youd end up in the Pacific Northwest, and then you could swing back around through Idaho/Montana/Wyoming and maybe pop into Glacier and Yellowstone on your way back. The roads dont support the influx of travellers, there have been over 2 hour traffic jams on the 2 lane road that runs through town. Start by biking to City Beach and along the River Trail to take in lakeside views more details & a map can be found here. Our itinerary included three out of the five most conservative states in America Wyoming, Utah, and Idaho and I now know what it feels like to experience culture shock in my own country. Here are a few highlights: Sawtooth Lake (10 miles RT, moderate rating) Pettit Lake to Twin Lakes (13 miles RT, moderate rating) Bench Lakes (7.8 miles RT, moderate rating) Alpine Lake Trail (7.4 miles RT, moderate rating) You can find tons of other hikes on AllTrails. We mainly used Booking.com to book low-cost motels located on our route. Clear Sky. Eat: Tru North Cafe, owned by a recent Los Angeles transplant who came to Livingston on vacation and accidentally bought a coffee shop, serves a mindblowing Maple Mountain Cloud latte and blueberry jam breakfast sandwich. Note from Alicia: I would go back to this park a thousand times. This time around, we tried to keep driving at a minimum outside of a few necessary travel days. Whichever you decide, they are both great stops for your Western United States road trip! All around high-quality food in a rustic but modern wild west ambiance. The town is quite small, and with a few hours theres a good chance youll be able to walk every street! Stay: We loved our stay at Luxor, the Egyptian-themed, pyramid-shaped casino hotel located right on the strip. It was more comfortable than tent camping anyway! We didnt even play any car games with so much to see! After leaving the caverns, we continued on from Montana to Yellowstone National Park to start our Wyoming road trip. The majority of the drive from Yellowstone to Grand Teton was actually going to be through the remainder of Yellowstone. Day 15 Flathead Lake, MT drive to Whitefish, MT. Its also a destination with much to offer those who stay for a And of course we are always open to guest posts if youd like to create an itinerary for us . The mostly flat loop takes you all the way around Lake Josephine, which is absolutely stunning. We were very happy to see our new cabin was much larger (3 beds with 2 separate rooms!) For water, we purchased a few 1.5-liter bottles and refilled them at gas stations throughout our trip. Since this itinerary is a loop, you can rent a car directly at the airport once you arrive in Missoula. Youre welcome. In Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming, sunsets are well after 9 pm each day. Torreys 33F. Wow I love this post and itinerary ,such lovely places. Dont know what a huckleberry is? The town is a gateway to Yellowstone National Park. Pictures just cant do it justice. If you are planning on coming to Whitefish, be prepared to see throngs of people walking the streets and filling our stores and restaurants. Locals openly carry guns at family-friendly tourist destinations, and, I assume, elsewhere. Psst: Looking for more of our favorite outdoorsy destinations? We will also send you our favorite tips to help you plan your Montana road trip! How bout the kettle house amphitheater and seeing show how bout rafting a river. These three were runners so Alicia got to chatting with them and it turns out, the older women actually ran the Boston Marathon! If we could redo our trip, I would have gone this route. Road Trip through Idaho to Missoula, Montana After splashing and sunning in Lava Hot Springs and leaving our comfy digs in Idaho Falls, Idaho, we headed straight up the I-15 and then I-90 into Missoula, Montana, our home for two nights and three action packed days. So, only slightly less intimidating than the Loch Ness Monster. Detour to Garnet Ghost TownOn our way to Big Sky from Missoula, we stopped at Garnet Ghost Town, a former mining town active from the late 1800s to the end of World War I. We arrived in the evening, so we watched the sunset at Higgins Street Bridge, took a walk downtown, and had a few drinks at The Rhino Bar, a proper dive with yummy beers on tap (this part of the country has consistently incredible beer). Youll be staying on the banks of the lake in a charming little town called Bigfork, one of many charming little towns located around Flathead Lake. Youre gonna wish you had, because Montana actually has a burgeoning wine scene. We had no cell service, and there was no one around. Even our new downtown 3-level parking garage gets full now. The state is home to federally recognized Tribal Nations, as well as many unrecognized communities (the fact that Tribes must be defined by the State or Federal government in order to exist is, in and of itself, super problematic). Do you condone those messages? Photo Credit: Idaho Tourism Jet boating, Hells Canyon. Neither of us realized just how FAR it was going to be on this side of the road. International Selkirk Loop, 6373 Bonner St, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805, USA 4. The goal of the cultural center is to dispel myths and stereotypes about Native Americans, and its well worth a stop! You can rent one from somebody who does on RVShare! Georgies Outdoor Mexican Cafe has a quesadilla bursting with melted cheese and generously portioned fish tacos. Here you go! Day 3-4 of your Montana Road Trip: Bozeman. We started at the north entrance and made our way to Mammoth Hot Springs. Unfortunately we here in Montana have our fair share of right-wingers. Downtown Missoula is quite walkable, so pick a place to eat from this curated list and explore the town on foot! We brought a cooler from home to use during our trip and bought groceries along the away. Is it less disruptive to visit Whitefish during the day but stay elsewhere? We tried to book a Foodie Tour, but they were sold out, so we decided to make our own! About halfway there, we had our first animal encounter - a dog darted out in front of our car. Montana has so much to offer including its crown jewel, Glacier National Park and weve designed the perfect 10-day Montana road trip itinerary through Western Montana, complete with details to help you plan each step of your trip. The guide includes everything from the hacks we use to save money on travel to printable packing lists. In retrospect, I wonder if some of the people we told were thinking to themselves that we were the dumb tourists who thought a coyote was a wolf (which, lets be honest, we were). While Boxcar was certainly sassy and took a while to warm up to me enough for us to share a hug and a selfie, the llamas that come along on hikes are perfectly well behaved. Boo! Thanks to stuff like this, we have been found out, and our quiet lives have been forever disrupted. Just a short drive outside of Whitefish, the Resort has myriad ways to get your thrill on, like the mountain bike park, alpine slides, zip-lines, and rope courses. With so many gorgeous scenic byways and charming rural towns to stop in along the way, the journey can be as much of a draw as the destinations themselves. The 50-mile route cuts across Glacier National Park at an elevation of 6,646 feet and is open seasonally, so youll want to plan accordingly. About halfway through our drive back we had our second animal encounter. The river was low, so the water was not running fast, but we still hit 3 good class III rapids on our run. If youve never tried to change from a wet bathing suit into comfy driving clothes on the side of a road, well, youre missing out. Alica tried looking online. sorry you had to deal with that sort of garbage at the Miracle of America Museum. Autumn Travel Itineraries Montana Road Trip Sponsored Post The West USA National Parks USA Wildlife Wildlife. Thanks for sharing all this info! WOAH- NO, we do not want to support a business like that. So, how can you help support Indigenous communities during your trip to Montana? Detour to Capitol Reef or Bryce Canyon National ParkCapitol Reef National Park is an hour and a half north of Escalante, and Bryce Canyon is about an hour South. First up on your clockwise drive around the lake is the town of Polson, the largest town on Flathead Lake. So good! So cool! So cool! Once you complete the hike, you are rewarded with six warm pools, a waterfall, and sweeping views of the scenery below. We took our road trip at the height of summer, and I highly recommend anyone considering a visit to this region to travel during this time. Try the stuffed French toast, or literally anything else that looks good you cant go wrong! Well, I for one am super happy I stumbled upon this post! Every few feet, Boxcar would find an exciting looking leaf to munch on, which gave me a chance to catch my breath and earn brownie points for letting him snack. Youre welcome. Dining on Big Mountain is almost as much fun as mountain biking, with a lot less chance of serious injury. Getting little glimpses into the real lives of the local people is one of our favorite parts of traveling the world! We do the Utah Big Five frequently as we live so close. I didnt even go all the way up to the top of the hill, and I still had to put my hands in the sand to slow myself down. The tickets were open at 8:00 that morningand were gone by 8:03. We thought for sure we were about to watch someone get eaten by a wild animal! Your next stop on the lake is the Mission Mountain Winery for lake views and wine tasting. Lumbering bears, moose, bison, and llamas. Here are a few essentials to pack and bring with you on your trip: Montana has one of the highest American Indian populations in the US, with about 66,000 people of Tribal heritage. So, we made the hour and a half drive to Ashton for affordable lodging, which we found at the Eagle Peak Lodge. We arrived at Bruneau Dunes State Park just after 9:00. After Teton, we embarked on the 8-hour drive towards Escalante, Utah, stopping at Salt Lake City to sleep overnight. From the Sun Tours website: our Guides are life-time residents of the Blackfeet Indian Reservation and possess extensive knowledge in many facets of Tribal History, culture, and lifestyle. Then we headed back to the campgrounds where Dana (of course) took a nap in preparation for our evening excursion into the East side of the park, and Alicia made friends with some people at our campground. In the next section, Ill dive deeper into what we did in each destination. So thanks again!! Those who complain about visitors and new residents dont seem to realize that most of these folks who have been rude to staff in establishments and our Natl Parks, who have been raging litter bugs and just generally inconsiderate have been among their own. Because we didnt have the special tickets to enter the road during normal hours, we couldnt check out the east side of the park until after 5PM so we decided to hike up the road itself for a little bit, which was a great call. People live in isolated rural areas hours away from the nearest grocery store. Remember, as a traveler you are a guest in someone elses home. Stay: Country Motor Inn is a budget motel in town. Montana looks so beautiful in your pictures! The hotel is located on the banks of the glacial blue Swiftcurrent Lake, seated at the base of jaw-dropping glacier-covered mountains. We were also able to see Teton and Middle Teton glaciers (ironically more glaciers than we saw at Glacier National Park). They provide an all-encompassing history and experience surrounding the landscape of Glacier National Parks inhabited areas: Park history; animal species; common plants and roots used for nutrition and medicine; and the Blackfoot spiritual and philosophical perspectives/stories of life in the Buffalo Days as well as modern times.. No dont be sorry, its SO helpful to get reader feedback like this letting us know things have changed or are no longer the way we experienced or described them! But fun fact: designated in 1996, Escalante was the last part of the continental U.S. to be mapped. It is a must-do. :), Purchase a step-by-step guide to this itinerary, hitewater rafting trip down the Salmon River. You might recognize the town as the setting of A River Runs Through It (if not, be sure to watch it or read the book before your trip)! There are several historic railroad lodges located within Glacier National Park, and we had a chance to stay at a few of them during our trip. Our final itinerary: 3 states, 3 national parks, 1 national monument, 2 state parks and 2,000 miles driven in our trusty steed, Huckleberry. Our final itinerary: 3 states, 3 national parks, 1 national monument, 2 state parks and 2,000 miles driven in our trusty steed, Huckleberry. We recommend visiting in late August/early September. Additionally, my trip was hosted by Glacier Country, Montana. In the morning, we joined Papa Elk (aka a male elk) for breakfast. There were several people who had walked out into the brush (not on a trail or path-stupid people) looking to get a better glimpse of the animal. We were very excited to have a bear sightingfrom the safety of our car, and not on a hiking trail. We got to view Jackson Glacier, one of the few glaciers left at Glacier National Park and watch the sun starting to set over St. Mary Lake. It turns out, the largest town on foot a half drive Ashton. Takes you all the random people we encountered back at the base of glacier-covered! 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