GLACIER COUNTRY, MT

Western Montana’s cinematic landscapes, Old West charm, and rich history have long inspired film producers, setting the stage for films like The Revenant and bingeworthy TV shows like Yellowstone. In addition to unrivaled landscapes, Glacier Country boasts more than 75 charming communities where you’ll find historic, Western architecture and authentic, smalltown Americana. You’ll also find ease of access and unmatched hospitality while filming here.

Along with the Montana Film Office, Glacier Country Tourism is here to help you find your next show-stopping location. Discover the perfect setting among idyllic panoramas, towering mountain backdrops, lush forestland, glistening waterways like Flathead Lake and endless rivers and streams. Your next scene or full-feature film is waiting in Glacier Country, Montana.

Featured Locations

Missoula

Halfway between Glacier and Yellowstone national parks is the city of Missoula, touted as Montana’s cultural hub. The state’s secondlargest city is home to nine historic districts and is surrounded by a vast mountain range that stretches far toward the horizon. The treasured locale has served as the setting for legendary classics in the Western genre, including the ongoing series Yellowstone , starring Kevin Costner.

Libby

Combining authentic mountain experiences and breathtaking scenery with abundant outdoor recreation, Libby sits at the base of the Cabinet Mountain Range in Kootenai River Valley. Here, some attractions include Libby Dam, Ross Creek Cedar Grove, the Kootenai River, and Kootenai Falls, seen in 2015’s The Revenant with Leonardo DiCaprio. The location is also notable for the Kootenai Falls Swinging Bridge, located above Kootenai Falls.

Darby

Darby sits at the southern tip of the Bitterroot Valley and contains local antique shops and oldfashioned candy stores, with the surrounding area offering authentic lodges and cabins. Some highlights include Lake Como, Painted Rocks State Park and Alta Ranger Station.

Kalispell

Known as the “Soul of Montana,” Kalispell is a vibrant mountain town with a notable Old West charm located between Flathead Lake, Whitefish Mountain Resort and Glacier National Park. The bustling community sits among towering mountain ranges in a valley filled with crystal clear lakes and is known for its proximity to vast recreation areas. The town served as the shooting location for the 2004 film Hidalgo

Film Credits

The Shining, Hidalgo, Forrest Gump, The Revenant, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

GLACIER COUNTRY TOURISM

Racene Friede

406-532-3234 racene@glaciermt.com film.glaciermt.com

Rebates And Incentives

The state's MEDIA tax credit offers a 20% transferable income tax credit on production expenditures in the state with additional amounts that can increase the credit up to 35% of the production company’s base investment. The Big Sky Film Grant builds and supports partnerships with filmmakers and production companies intending to create Montana film jobs. Filming in Montana also comes with a host of bonus incentives that include no sales tax, licensing exemptions and free location breakdowns.

Scan to discover more of what Glacier Country Tourism offers productions at DestinationFilmGuide.com