SLED THE BEST OF THE WEST IN MONTANA’S POWDER PARADISE
Montana is a mecca for sled heads, where big skies and big powder give way to some of the country’s longest and most scenic rides. 4,000 miles of groomed trails crisscross sweeping mountain-meadow playgrounds, deep untouched backcountry, rugged ridgelines, frozen alpine lakes, old mining country and ghost towns, plus logging and Forest Service roads.
The best riding under the big blue sky is found in Western Montana’s Glacier Country and Yellowstone Country Montana, where epic terrain and stunning scenery overflow from the breathtaking national park landscapes that anchor each region. Both areas deliver world-class snowmobiling among premier mountain towns, thriving with a palpable exuberance for hardcore snow play. Locals wave and say hello, lodging and amenities are warm and friendly, and the food and drinks are top-notch. After a day on the sled, pull up a barstool for a finely crafted beer or a whiskey made from glacial waters—countless breweries and distilleries dot the region.
The beauty of snowmobile season in Montana is that it’s long. It can begin in early November and last until April. Plow through fresh fluffy powder at the start, hit the hardpack when the season is well underway, and sled the soft stuff in your T-shirt come spring.
Crush the adrenaline rush of a ride through crisp alpine air, watch wildlife, power past Montana’s famous “snow ghosts” and explore each region’s captivating basecamp towns. Sled Glaciers to Geysers in Western Montana’s Glacier Country and Yellowstone Country Montana.
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COVER PHOTO: Snowmobiling near Cooke City. © DAN ARMSTRONG
Snowmobiling in Western Montana. © NOAH COUSER
