Things to do in Montana
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Miracle of America Museum
The mind-boggling Miracle of America Museum, located just 2 miles south of Polson, is worth seeing. At turns random and fascinating, it consists of 5 acres cluttered with the leftovers of American history. Wander past weird artifacts including the biggest buffalo (now stuffed) ever recorded in Montana.
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Chico Hot Springs
Twenty miles south of Livingston, off US 89 en route to Yellowstone, unpretentious Chico Hot Springs has garnered quite a following in the last few years - now attracting celebrity guests from Hollywood. They, along with many regular folks, come to this relaxed place to soak in the two suave open-air mineral pools (admission for nonguests $8.50). The larger pool is the perfect temperature for floating (93°F or 34°C); the smaller pool is hotter (103°F or 54°C), but still not too hot to stay in long enough for wrinkles. The lively bar hosts swinging country-and-western dance bands on weekends. The on-site restaurant (mains $20 to $30) is known for fine steak and seafood.…
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Big Sky Resort
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the expansive beauty around the Gallatin River, running through the Gallatin and Paradise Valleys, for days. Big Sky Resort, with multiple mountains, 400in of annual powder and Montana's longest vertical drop (4350ft), is the valley's foremost destination for skiing. Lift tickets cost less here than at many Rocky Mountain resorts, and if you are traveling with kids then Big Sky is too good a deal to pass up - children under 10 ski free, while even your teenager saves $20 off the adult ticket price. In summer it offers gondola-served hiking and mountain biking.
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Plonk
Where to go for a drawn-out three-martini, gossipy lunch, Plonk serves an innovative nouveau American meets French bistro menu. Dishes look and taste great, and are made from local organic products when possible. In summer the entire front opens up, letting light and cool breezes enter the long building, which also has a shotgun bar and pressed-tin ceilings. The sidewalk seating in the sun is equally lovely.
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John Bozeman's Bistro
This local landmark with a fabulous wine list offers more sophistication than a typical Montana roadhouse. Located 8 miles west of town, the menu is meat-oriented with juicy steaks featured prominently. Sleek booths, old cowboy photos and a mounted longhorn head create the ambience. Those on a budget will appreciate the cheaper bar menu; vegetarians can chow down on a daily meatless plate.
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Depot
The Depot has a reputation for consistently good steaks served in upscale cowboy contemporary environs. Grab a seat at the welcoming brick bar looking out onto the active rail line. The beef menu is almost as long as the wine list, but there are other options. For something cheesy and creamy, try the scallop-and-mushroom casserole, a house specialty.
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La Tinga
Simple and cheap, La Tinga is no-frills dining at its tastiest. The tiny order-at-the-counter taco joint makes a delicious version of the Mexican pork dish it is named after, and lots of freshly made tacos starting at just $1.50 (there's also a lunch combo deal for less than $7). No wonder one of Bozeman's newer restaurants is packed all the time.
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Iron Horse Brewpub
It's undergone a multimillion-dollar expansion, and now includes a swank, smoke-free upstairs bar known as 501 (yes, you can still smoke in Montana bars), complete with a saltwater aquarium. Students flock to the outdoor patio to sip microbrews and chow down on American pub food.
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Burger Bob's
This Old West greasy spoon has been serving cold beer and loaded burgers long enough to be considered a Bozeman institution. The menu features dozens of burgers topped with pretty much everything, other sandwich staples and a mixture of domestic and small-batch beer on draft.
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Bozeman Hot Springs
Located in the same geothermal ecosystem as Yellowstone, the area around Bozeman is home to around a dozen of Montana's 61 hot springs. Soak away your aches and pains in the pools, sauna and steam-room at Bozeman Hot Springs, 8 miles west of town off US 191.
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Bridger Bowl Ski Area
Only in Montana would you find a nonprofit ski resort. But the excellent community- owned Bridger Bowl Ski Area, 16 miles north of Bozeman, is just that. It's known for its fluffy, light powder and unbeatable prices - especially for children under 12.
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Museum of the Rockies
Montana State University's Museum of the Rockies is the most entertaining natural history museum in Montana, with dinosaur exhibits, early Native American art and laser shows.
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Bernice's Bakery
Fabulous organic coffee and tea, sink-your-teeth-into-'em sweets and yummy breakfasts are all staples at this revered Missoula institution. Don't miss the homemade granola.
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Glacier Park Boat Co
Glacier Park Boat Co rents out kayaks and canoes, and runs popular guided tours (adult/child $22/11) from five locations in Glacier National Park.
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Snowbowl Ski Area
Advanced skiers love Snowbowl Ski Area, 17 miles north of Missoula, for its 2600ft vertical drop - one of the steepest in the USA.
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Molly Brown
Popular with students, this noisy dive bar offers 20 beers on tap and eight pool tables for getting your game on.
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Bear Canyon Campground
Bear Canyon Campground is on top of a hill with great views of the surrounding valley. There's even a pool.
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Zebra Cocktail Lounge
Inside the Bozeman Hotel, this place is the epicenter of the local live music scene.
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