Trail News

Here in Montana, we are blessed with some of the most spectacular hiking and biking trails. Places like Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park, and the Beartooth Mountains provide extraordinary trails for a day or two filled with exploration. However, if you are looking for a diverse trail system filled with both urban and Forest Service trails, and options for both hiking and mountain biking, the Butte-Silver Bow area is a must. The trails in this area of the Treasure State are extensive. Within the Butte-Silver Bow area, you will find a trail system that can take you through city […]

When it comes to visiting historical sites in Montana, the options are endless. The Treasure State is home to over 1,200 listings on the National Register of Historic Places, including 28 National Historic Landmarks and over 2,250 miles of scenic and historic byways. Every winding country road offers countless opportunities to pull over and learn something new about a hard-fought battle, a difficult pioneer crossing, or an important moment in state history. As a self-proclaimed history buff, I absolutely love checking out the small, overlooked sites along these routes. Sometimes, they’re little more than a stretch of open prairie with

Montana Code Annotated 2023 allows for public utilities and carriers to raise rates without PSC approval The increase was implemented 2 weeks before the meeting with the Public Service Commission Northwestern Energy Applies 17% Rate Increase Without PSC Approval Northwestern used a Montana law to go ahead with their 17% rate hike on the 2/3 of Montanans that they serve. This is on top of a 39% rate increase on consumers and small business in 2024. JUST LAST YEAR. Northwestern Energy Needs To Be Taken Out Back It’s official, at least to me, that Northwestern Energy is going rogue in

Montana Code Annotated 2023 allows for public utilities and carriers to raise rates without PSC approval The increase was implemented 2 weeks before the meeting with the Public Service Commission Northwestern Energy Applies 17% Rate Increase Without PSC Approval Northwestern used a Montana law to go ahead with their 17% rate hike on the 2/3 of Montanans that they serve. This is on top of a 39% rate increase on consumers and small business in 2024. JUST LAST YEAR. Northwestern Energy Needs To Be Taken Out Back It’s official, at least to me, that Northwestern Energy is going rogue in

It’s taken 8 years, but one Montana museum is ready to open an important new exhibit that will finally tell the full story of World War 2 internment camps here in the Northern Rockies. The Historical Museum at Fort Missoula announced this week it has completed the restoration of one of the main remaining barracks at the fort, which was for the “Alien Detention Center”, which housed hundreds of Japanese and Italian nationals during the war. READ MORE: Missoula’s Role in WWII Internment  “Far From Home: An Internee Experience at Fort Missoula” builds upon efforts in recent years to tell

It is no secret that some of my favorite places to visit are the national parks in Montana. I live just a short drive outside of Yellowstone National Park and have spent countless summers exploring this breathtaking, extraordinary, and unique destination. Glacier National Park, although a much farther drive for me, is just as spectacular. With its gorgeous alpine lakes, meadows, and melting glaciers, it’s truly a destination filled with natural wonders that will amaze and inspire. While Montana’s national parks are certainly bucket-list-worthy, they draw in large crowds. I will always love our national parks, but if you are

BOZEMAN — As outdoor enthusiasts flock to the trails this spring, local rescue officials are urging hikers to prioritize safety and preparation. The arrival of warmer weather means many hikers are eager to enjoy the scenic landscapes, but conditions can vary greatly from the trailhead to higher elevations. WATCH: Trail wise – gear up for adventure and safety this spring Spring hiking: Prepare for conditions to ensure safety on Montana’s trails Tommy, a Bozeman resident and avid hiker, believes spring is the ideal time for hiking, though he acknowledges the challenges it brings. “Springtime is probably the best time… but

Here’s a quick look at our top stories for the morning of Tuesday, May 13, 2025: Watch the latest weather forecastExpect significantly cooler air in southwest Montana for the next few days as crisp Canadian air draws into the region and brings scattered rain showers to the valleys and mountain snow in higher elevations. Tuesday should bring pockets of heavy rain as temperatures cool and snow levels fall to around 6500 feet during the day. Spotty showers will continue this evening and could allow a rain/snow mix to fall in a few valleys overnight or early Wednesday. Winds will stay

If you’ve got a lifejacket or two tucked away in your garage or gear bin that haven’t seen the water in a while, now’s the perfect time to give them a second chance at making a difference. During National Safe Boating Week (May 19-23), Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) is hosting a Lifejacket Donation Drive, and they’re calling on people across the Treasure State to pitch in. Why This Matters Lifejacket loaner stations across Montana serve a big purpose- keeping families safe while they enjoy our lakes, rivers, and reservoirs. These stations offer free-to-borrow lifejackets for the day, helping

The bodies of two rafters who died in an accident in the Selway Wilderness Area have been recovered, but the identities of the victims still haven’t been released by the Idaho County Sheriff. News of the drownings came Saturday, when local authorities were alerted to a Garmin SOS activation that CPR was in progress for one person on the river between Double Drop and Wa-Poots.      -That’s 19 miles from road access. A couple of hours later, a text message said a second person that hit the water when a raft flipped was also receiving CPR, but both of