Insider's Tips

The locals know. Oh yes... the locals know. Don't be afraid to ask them about what is worth seeing or doing, because we are a friendly bunch here in Missoula all with different interests and tastes; you might just find out about something you'd never have known was so great. Get out there and find out what Missoula has to offer!


Alison Smith
Tip: "Get some ice cream from the Big Dipper!"

Cassie Kavran
Tip: "Come to Out to Lunch in downtown Missoula, and go Hike the ‘M’."

Dylan Swallow
Tip: "Float the river with a case of beer."

Gary Stein
Tip: "Get a scooter and ride up the Rattlesnake."

Justyne McGowan
Tip: "Go to Splash Montana."

Markelle Bowen
Tip: "Shop Downtown Missoula."

Marty Robbins
Tip: "Watch the interpretive dancers at Out to Lunch at Downtown Missoula, it’s neat to see the variety of people around town."

Michael
Tip: "Go to Downtown Tonight, the Wine tastings at La Grotta Bella and Lake Missoula Cellars."

Mystery Man
Tip: "Check out Glacier National Park and the carousel."

Peter Holman
Tip: "Get a good map of the trails in the area."

Sydnee Toblasson
Tip: "Go to the carousel."

Russ Fletcher
Tip: For people travelingwith pets, "Jacobs Island, is a great place to let your dog run in anenclosed wilderness area."

 

Sage Grendahl
Tip: "House of Mystery." She is referring to the Montana Vortex and House of Mystery.

Sonia Mussiett
Tip: "The Community. Like nowhere else before have I had such a sense of community. I finally feel likeI belong somewhere."  Sonia refersto the incredible community of Missoula and all it has to offer. "Missoula is an outdoor heaven-deer, turkeys, and bears-it all becomes part of the experience."

Katie Neilan
Tip: "Out To Lunchand Downtown ToNight, Thursday night throw-downs, and watching the kayakers at Brennan's Wave." Referring to Downtown Missoula festivities at Caras Park.

Linda McCarthy, Missoula Downtown Association
Tip: "Take anopportunity to attend an event in Caras Park."
"Take a stroll on the River Front Trail."

Dean - Justin
Favorite: Canoeing and microbrews.
Tip: Enjoy the unique Montana summers!

Kirk
Favorite: Missoula's lifestyle.
Tip: Get some food from the numerous vendors at Out to Lunch.

John
Favorite: Family friendly town.
Tip: Hit the town on foot.

Mary Jane
Favorite: There is always something to do.
Tip: Go float the rivers.

Caitlin
Favorite: The ease of getting involved with the community.
Tip: Check out an Ospreys game!

Sarah
Favorite: You can walk from anywhere to a trailhead.
Tip: Get hiking.

Lizzy
Favorite: Friendly people.
Tip: Support the downtown businesses.

John & Cory
Favorite: Location, location, location... oh yes, and the scenery.
Tip: Get outdoors.

Ian
Favorite: Mountain biking Sawmill Gulch.
Tip: Bring an inner-tube.

Josh
Favorite: Getting on the river.

Jana - Hannah
Favorite: Amazing hiking in the Rattlesnake.
Tip: Get outside while the weather is still good!

Tess - Anne
Favorite: The open space, trails near town and the river.
Tip: Go to Farmer's Market in the summer, and get some ice cream at Big Dipper!

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