If you’re dreaming of wide-open skies, fresh mountain air, and a little luxury with your adventure, let me tell you—Montana delivers. I’ve stayed in cozy cabins, soaked in hot tubs with snowy peaks in the distance, and watched the stars come out with nothing but silence around me. These Montana resorts offer that perfect blend of rustic charm and upscale comfort, and once you’ve been, you’ll want to come back every season. Whether you’re heading out for a big hike or curling up fireside, I’ve got a few places I think you’ll love.
Highlights:
- Stay at luxury ranches like The Resort at Paws Up or Triple Creek Ranch – I’ve stayed at both, and trust me, the all-inclusive pampering and wilderness vibes are hard to beat. You’ll eat well, sleep deeply, and wake up to nature right outside your door.
- Ski at Big Sky Resort or Whitefish Mountain – I’ve carved turns through powder and ended the day with a hot soak slope-side. If you’re a skier, you’ll be in heaven here.
- Relax in rustic-chic cabins – The kind with fireplaces, spa services, and windows that frame the mountains like a painting. I’ve spent entire afternoons just watching the clouds roll by.
- Explore national parks, rivers, and trails – With guided tours or on your own, you’ll see more wildlife and wide-open landscapes than you imagined. I’ve spotted elk, moose, and once, even a grizzly—from a very safe distance!
- Experience horseback riding, fly fishing, and stargazing – Montana’s nickname is “Big Sky Country” for a reason. I’ve laid on a blanket at night, looking up, and felt completely awed by how small and lucky I am to be there.
Unique Montana Resorts:
In Summary...
(and if you want to revisit my photo journey)- • Relax in the outdoor swimming pool at Big Sky Resort
- • Head to the rustic spa at the Rainbow Ranch Lodge
- • Soak in hot springs at Chico Hot Springs Resort
- • Check into the family-friendly Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
- • Go fly-fishing at the Gallatin River Lodge
- • Go horseback riding at Grey Cliffs Ranch
- • Play tennis and work out at Grouse Mountain Lodge
- • Check into Hawley Mountain Guest Ranch where A River Runs Through It was filmed
- • Enjoy ski-in access at the Kandahar Lodge at Whitefish Mountain Resort
- • Have dinner at the cozy pub at Lone Mountain Ranch