Fall Activities
Summer vacation may be over, but autumn brings mild days, uncrowded roads and plenty of recreation opportunities, all perfect for a shoulder-season getaway.
Topping our list: scenic floats on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River, paddling the Clearwater Canoe Trail in Seeley Lake, guided hikes in Glacier National Park, fly-fishing trips on the Bitterroot, Blackfoot, Clark Fork and Flathead rivers, tasting Montana at local breweries and exploring the region's thriving arts and culture scene.
Fortunes, Legends and Ghosts. The Rest Is History.
Southwest Montana’s ghost towns and historic places tell tales of lingering souls. Whether you are a thrill seeker, ghost hunter or history buff, you’ll love these spooky sites and tours.
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September
- Farmers Markets throughout Glacier Country
- Great Northwest Oktoberfest in Whitefish
- Montana Book Festival in Missoula
- Flathead Celtic Festival in Kalispell
- Wildfest in Columbia Falls
- Germanfest in Missoula
- Montana Brewers Fall Rendezvous in Missoula
- Peace Festival in Arlee
- Kootenai Harvest Festival in Libby
- Chainsaw Carving Championship in Libby
October
- McIntosh Apple Day in Hamilton
- Scarecrow Festival in Stevensville
- Great Northwest Oktoberfest in Whitefish
- Alpine Artisans Tour of the Arts in Seeley Lake and the surrounding area
- Tamarack Time in Bigfork
For more fall events, visit the events calendar.
