Montana
Photo by Yohan Marion
“I’m in love with Montana. For other states, I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection. But with Montana, it is love. And it’s difficult to analyze love when you’re in it.”
– John Steinbeck
Montana, known as Big Sky Country, is a land of rugged landscapes, expansive prairies, and breathtaking mountain ranges that seem to stretch forever. It’s where you’ll find the iconic Glacier National Park, sweeping vistas of the Rocky Mountains, and the unique cultural heritage of Native American tribes that call this land home. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, history buff, or simply seeking tranquility in nature, Montana offers an unmatched, authentic American experience.
On this page, readers can dive into a variety of stories that highlight the best of Montana’s natural wonders, local culture, and outdoor adventures. Discover hidden gems for hiking, camping, and wildlife spotting, as well as travel tips for exploring Montana’s scenic byways and charming small towns. Our articles also explore the state’s rich Indigenous history, offering insight into the customs and stories of Montana’s Native American communities.
From unforgettable stargazing experiences under Montana’s vast skies to eco-friendly travel tips that respect the land, World Footprints provides an insider’s perspective on exploring Montana responsibly. Each story captures a unique aspect of this vast and wild state, inspiring readers to venture out and experience the true spirit of Montana.
Whitewater rafting in crystal clear waters. Horseback riding through the tall prairie grass. Purple mountains as the backdrop for local craft breweries. Sounds like a dream, but it’s actually Montana.
On your next trip, bring natural history to life with a dinosaur encounter! The U.S. offers many attractions where you can view dinosaur fossils—or even participate in a dino dig.
If you’re looking for road tips ideas in the United States, there are plenty of options to choose from. The United States is renowned for its vast and diverse landscapes, making it an ideal destination for summer road trips. From stunning coastlines to majestic mountains, charming small towns to bustling cities, there are countless routes to explore.
It’s been a tough summer living right next to Glacier National Park. With international borders closed to U.S. travelers, Americans have set their sights on road tripping the national parks, especially in places of low population density, and by extension low COVID-19 cases.
As large as the USA is, however, a lot of the most interesting places in the country often get overlooked.
Join World Footprints as we embark on an exciting journey in Big Sky Country, Montana, where we uncovered new dinosaur fossils and other incredible treasures. Our recent trip offered a hands-on experience in paleontology, making it an adventure of a lifetime.
On June 25, 1876, one of the most significant battles in American history unfolded during the Great Sioux War—the Battle of the Little Bighorn. This fierce clash, also known as "Custer's Last Stand," pitted the 7th Cavalry of the United States Army, led by General George Armstrong Custer, against a coalition of Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho tribes.
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On March 1, 1872, President Ulysses S. Grant made history by signing the act that established Yellowstone as the world’s first national park. Primarily located in Wyoming, the park’s expansive territory also stretches into Montana and Idaho, covering over 2 million acres of diverse landscapes.
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World Footprints takes you on a unique journey as we explore the life and work of a paleontologist. We'll travel through Montana’s Missouri River Country to search for dinosaur bones and we'll spend time to pan for gold.
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World Footprints travels through Eastern Montana and explores the history and diversity of Big Sky Country's eastern border. Eastern Montana is a loosely defined region of Montana. Some definitions are more or less inclusive than others, ranging from the most inclusive, which would include the entire part of the state east of the Continental Divide, to the least inclusive, which places the beginning of "eastern" Montana roughly at or even east of Billings, Montana.
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Join World Footprints as we take you on a journey through a national treasure—the State of Montana. We covered just a small section of this wonderful state—Glacier Country--but as you’ll discover from Part I of this series, there’s a reason why many celebrities (Ted Turner, David Letterman, among others) call Montana a “home away from home.”
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World Footprints visits Havre, Malta and Glasgow today (Montana Journey #2). No, we’re not going to Europe, but we’ll be taking you through these towns in Montana for the final leg of our first great journey through the town. Our stops on this trip also included Fort Peck and Fort Benton – the birthplace of Montana. We will be sharing everything from Dinosaur digging in Malta to fisheries in Ft. Peck, the 2,000 year old buffalo jump in Havre, the fur trading post in Ft. Benton, various museum collections and lots of history in between. It is a state of great eco-diversity, natural resources, cultural heritage and rich history and we are pleased to share with you one of our favorite destinations. Join World Footprints as we take you on a journey through a national treasure—the State of Montana. We covered just a small section of this wonderful state—Glacier Country–but as you’ll discover [...]
