Day Trip From Great Falls: Waterfalls & History
One of the many things I love about Great Falls is how close it is to a variety of adventures. My husband and I love to take last minute day trips to hike and find hidden gems. With the Little Belt Mountains around an hour from Great Falls, a full day of waterfalls, local history, and unexpected wildlife can all
Only in June in Great Falls!
If Mother Nature had a favorite month in Great Falls, it’d be June. Long days, golden light, and more things to do than you can fit in one weekend—though you’re welcome to try. Looking for the best things to do in Great Falls, Montana this June? You’ve come to the right place. Beer & History The annual tradition of Craft Beer Week returns
Only in May in Great Falls!
Flowers are blooming, the river runs full, and the sun is shining (unless of course we get a random snowstorm, which is known to happen from time to time in North Central Montana). Stretch your legs and shake off the winter blues along 53 miles of our River's Edge Trail, try your hand at disc golf at one of three
Only in April in Great Falls!
April is the Perfect Time to Explore Great Falls – Montana's Museum Capital! April is the ideal month to visit Great Falls - the Museum Capital of Montana! With 13 unique museums, Great Falls offers a rich blend of history, art, and culture, making it the perfect destination for museum lovers, history buffs, and families. Whether you're interested in local history,
Only in March in Great Falls!
March is all about creativity and tenacity in Great Falls with TWO signature events - including a brand new one debuting this year! Plus, our very own professional basketball team hits the hardwood for its second season. And we're welcoming in a new season both musically and practically. There's a lot of things to do (and VIP experiences) in March
Is He An Influencer? We Say a Friend Visited and Shared His Experience.
There is something pretty dang special about seeing a destination from another’s view, especially when that destination is home. At Great Falls Montana Tourism, we get a little too close to our subject matter, Great Falls. So every now and again we work with folks, like Jared Dillingham, to give us some perspective. Each time we start a project like
Western Art Week at the C. M. Russell Museum
UPDATE [March 10, 2020]: Western Art Week is still happening! The Russell decided to postpone their events for a later date. All other shows are still participating in this fun and unique annual event. We will update you with The Russell's new dates when we know! Private planes, neon lights, and runway shows. It's the glamorous side of Western Art Week.
Some Historic Residents Might Still Have Tales To Tell…
As the evenings grow darker and the nights grow cold, residents and visitors might be inclined to delve deeper into the mysteries and history of some of Great Falls most well-known citizens. To start off your journey you don’t have to travel any further than Highland Cemetery to observe and feel the history that lies beyond the gravestones. With autumn and
First People’s Buffalo Jump
Just a half an hour south from Great Falls is one of the largest prehistoric Native American Buffalo Jumps in the world. Before you even arrive on site, you can start to imagine this very area hundreds of years ago with drive lines where Native Americans enticed Buffalo to gather, as then the strongest and bravest members of the tribe
Glacier’s East Side: 3 Insider Secrets
Glacier’s East Side: An Insider’s Guide It’s no surprise that every square inch of Glacier National Park is gorgeous. But locals know: some of its best views are east of the divide, and they’re easy to reach along US 89. High points include: Two Medicine Lake A scenic campground and the historic Two Medicine Store on the lake make this area a spectacular