DAY TRIPS FROM BIG SKY
Montana is full of stories, from Native heritage sites to mining ghost towns. Big Sky is just a few hours' drive from many attractions in Southwest Montana. Day trips are the perfect way to explore more of the Treasure State while enjoying Big Sky.
Families, history buffs, and lovers of the outdoors will enjoy exploring the area. You'll learn more about the history of the West and about the Greater Yellowstone Region.
Step back in time as you visit historic towns like Virginia City. An original gold-mining town where they still make ice cream the old-fashioned way. Learn about historical geological events like Earthquake Lake. Or, spend a day visiting North America's largest collection of dinosaur fossils. Hit the road and discover charming towns like West Yellowstone and Ennis. Spend a day floating the Madison River or relax at a nearby hot spring. When it's all said and done, you'll return to Big Sky with plenty of memories and ready for a great night's rest.
Yellowstone National Park is home to more geysers and hot springs than anywhere else in the world, is the first national park in the U.S. established in 1872 and is also one of the most popular. Visiting Yellowstone National Park is easy to do with Big Sky, MT as your basecamp.
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