There’s a lot to love about Montana. The great outdoors and the opportunity to be exposed to some of the most beautiful scenery in the world are just a few things we love about living here. But there’s also immense history located throughout the state. And, undoubtedly, one of the best things is when these two things come together. Few people outside the state know that the first national park in America is right here in Montana. And that’s something special!
While it’s true that Yellowstone National Park straddles Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, it offers those in Montana special bragging rights. Even if those same bragging rights exist in the other states.
It is said that nature is the best therapy and we believe that’s true – especially when you stay and explore more than 2,300 acres of wilderness at Day Mountain Ranch Resort in Idaho. This incredible resort surrounds you with pure Idaho beauty and provides the coziest luxury cabins. It is one place where it is easy to relax and recharge during a getaway.
Day Mountain Ranch Resort is located on Springcreek Road near the small town of Preston. This resort is tucked away in the Cache National Forest, giving you remarkable views from any angle on the property.
Zion National Park is a well-known and (very) well-loved park located in the gorgeous state of Utah. Sure, you can hike the trails that are most famous and most popular, but sometimes you’re looking for something a little less traveled.
Enter: Observation Point Trail, an incredible offbeat hike with views of millions-of-years-old rock formations and the vastness of Zion National Park.
It’s a tough one, labeled by many as “strenuous,” but with persistence, a lot of drinking water, appropriate pacing, and focus, you too can hike this awe-inspiring trail, no matter your confidence level.
It begins as a lengthy and moderately difficult hike on switchbacks up canyon walls to an insane view of Angel’s Landing.
Do you believe in ghosts? Whether you’ve seen some for yourself, or you just love that spine-tingling feeling you get when you hear about them, we’ve created this road trip especially for you! It will take you to the most haunted places in Utah. Who knows? Maybe you’ll see one of these legendary ghosts. What are you waiting for? Gas up the car and start our haunted road trip … if you dare.
This road trip is 133 miles long. It would take you nearly four hours to complete if you drove through without stopping.
Utah’s national parks are popular spots for both locals and visitors, and it’s easy to see why – all five parks offer stunning beauty and tons of recreational opportunities. The Big Five: Zion, Canyonlands, Arches, Bryce Canyon, and Capitol Reef National Parks received more than 10.5 million visitors during 2017, but there’s one park that has way fewer annual guests than the others, and it’s well worth the journey: Canyonlands is the most underrated national park in Utah.
Canyonlands National Park is Utah’s least-visited park, with 742,271 visitors in 2017. Utah’s most-visited park, Zion National Park, had 4,504,812 guests – more than six times more.
Why does Canyonlands have fewer visitors that the other parks? It’s certainly every bit as beautiful, but it is a little more remote, and much of the park is difficult to access for the typical visitor.
There are some pretty jaw-dropping light displays in Colorado, but this one may just take the cake: a drive-thru light display 1,000+ feet in the air! That’s right, folks: the Royal Gorge Bridge in Colorado (AKA the highest suspension bridge in the country!) is hosting its first-ever holiday light display, and you don’t want to miss it!
Taking place November 18th, through December 31st, 2022, the Bridge of Lights invites you to enjoy “thousands of lights, one thousand feet high” in what is arguably the most colorful one-of-a-kind experience in the country.
To make the experience even sweeter, reserve some Elf Munchies (AKA hot cocoa, cider, or coffee in a commemorative cup and a side of cookies!) to enjoy while you drive.
The Bridge of Lights is open November 18th through the 27th (minus Thanksgiving Day), December 1st through the 4th, 8th through the 11th, and 15th through the 31st (minus Christmas Day) from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Do you love beer? Do you love breweries? Well, if you do, and you’re a Coloradan, then you’re going to be very excited to hear that the country’s best brewpub is right here in our great state! Stronghouse Brew Pub in Telluride, Colorado recently won this honor. Read on to learn more about this very special, small, award-winning brewery. You’ll love it!
Anyone who has ever visited Telluride, Colorado will tell you that it’s one of the coolest, most charming, and most beautiful towns in the state. It’s certainly one of my personal favorites.
If you live in Montana, a passion for hiking (or at least being outdoors) is a must. We’ve got paths for people of all skill levels, and some of them even come with their very own history lesson. On days when you’re feeling a little adventurous, here are four hiking trails in Montana that lead to ruins.
Grand Teton National Park is home to so much more than remarkable mountains, alpine lakes, and gorgeous, rocky trails. If you spend some time exploring the outskirts of the park, you’ll find historic homesteads, buildings, cabins, and even a beautiful chapel! Of all of the landmarks in the area, though, the most photographed spot in Wyoming is likely down on Mormon Row. The T.A. Moulton and John Moulton barns, which you can find along the Antelope Flats section of the Jackson Hole valley, are the most photographed barns in the entire country.
When Thomas Alma Moulton first created a homestead in an area now known as Antelope Flats, it was 1908 and he was looking for a spot for his brother to settle with him after moving along from Idaho.
The Moultons didn’t stay here full time, though, and continued to head back to their family in Idaho for the first few years, to escape the brutal winters. In 1912, he married, and his wife Lucille settled with him on Mormon Row for the rest of their lives.
The Gem State certainly has plenty of creepy, spooky, and haunted places to visit. From parks to buildings and even hotels, there are dozens of destinations where you can experience paranormal activity. One of these is found in a small town cemetery in Idaho. The Ammon Cemetery, located in southeastern Idaho near Idaho Falls, is certainly small but if you love all things spooky and creepy this place is for you. This cemetery is not only believed to be haunted but when you visit, you’ll be quite impressed — it’s beautiful here.
The Ammon Cemetery is located on Sunnyside Road approximately 2.5 miles east of Ammon. It’s not large but it’s still hard to miss.
This cemetery was established in 1912 for the people who lived in the Ammon homestead.
When you visit, the first thing you will notice is the cemetery’s beautiful location. Established on a hill, you will get beautiful views of Ammon and even Idaho Falls. There is also plenty of trees to provide shade if you want to sit for a while.