r/MontanaTravel

I’m starting to plan a week-long trip around the 4th of July through Montana/Wyoming, with Yellowstone, Grand Teton,Jackson Hole, and possibly West Yellowstone. I’ve been before, but never for this weekend!

I REALLY want to make sure we get to the Livingston Roundup, but I’m trying to decide whether to go the before or on the 4th. For those who have been, is there a particular rodeo day that’s better than the others? Or are the days pretty similar?

The goal this year is to make as much of the classic small-town 4th of July experience as possible (parades, rodeos, fireworks, patriotic events, etc.) I am planning to bring my mom who has never been to this amazing part of our country, and I want her to have the best possible experience celebrating her favorite holiday. She’s very patriotic.

Where would you recommend actually spending July 4th? Thanks!

I'll be in Billings during the last week of October/first week of November and have a free day and a half (2 nights) during which I'd love to see some of Yellowstone. I understand seasonal road closures (Beartooth, Sylvan Pass) would limit what's accessible. I know I can't cover much in such little time, but would appreciate any realistic recs!

I've been in Alaska all summer and I'm just now exiting Canada on my way south.
Planning to drive through Shelby then through Cut Bank on my way to Glacier NP.

I hear there is a huge Penguin in Cut Bank I need to see.
I love local history and local geology and local quirkiness. Always looking for hikes or bike rides off the beaten path.

Any suggestions for activities I shouldn't miss?