Montana/Idaho must see suggestions

[yj_bill]

We are headed north in a couple of weeks, already have reservations at Grand Teton, Yellowstone and then Glacier from the middle of August thru labor day. After that we have about 10 days open. Looking for must do and must see options.

We enjoy watching wildlife, moderate hiking, scenic jeep trails and exporing ghost towns, but are open for other ideas while we are there also.

[hermy]

Don't overlook Helena, Montana. Halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier. Great lakes, nice museum, great Capitol building to tour. The Gates of the Mountains boat tour is WAY cool.

[littlemo]

Okay, I'll try again.

Haven't been there yet, but next time up in that area I want to go
toHell's Canyon

[yj_bill]

Whole bunch of great replies, some great ideas, keep em coming!

Littlemo/Busskipper, we've hit Silverton, Leadville and Buena Vistsa areas already, this is what we enjoy, thanks for the replies!

[fireman93514]

In Missoula the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has a museum that was interesting. At the airport is the smoke jumper base. They give tours. You can see what they do when they are not at fires. Just outside Phillipsburg is a place where you can mine for sapphires. They also have a small cg there that was free to use. We did find sapphires in every bucket.

[Islandman]

Go to the Lewis & Clark expedition museum near Great Falls for a most interesting look at the events of over 200 years ago. Visit the Big Hole area around Jackson and Wisdom in SW MT for great photography and stop by the Big Hole Battlefield while in the area, lies between Wisdom and Chief Joseph Pass.

[Busskipper]

yj bill wrote:
We are headed north in a couple of weeks, already have reservations at Grand Teton, Yellowstone and then Glacier from the middle of August thru Labor Day. After that we have about 10 days open. Looking for must do and must see options.

We enjoy watching wildlife, moderate hiking, scenic jeep trails and exploring ghost towns, but are open for other ideas while we are there also.

Not sure what order this will fall into your trip but a few things that we have always enjoyed when heading up to that area. – Dinosaur NM, this never gets old and the Green River is beautiful as it runs through it – Then we always try to catch Flaming Gorge NRA, IMHO is just like a NP and has a lot to offer, we usually head up on the West side and stay in the Marina CG – Another favorite is Wind River Valley Neat little CG right on the River and because the River runs North it almost feels like it runs up hill Beautiful drive and Thermopolis has some great hot springs. Cody and Buffalo Bill's Museum – Red Lodge – Beartooth .



Up around Glacier, Canada is great – Flathead Lake – Fly fishing – a night and Dinner at one of the Lodges (Prince of Wales would be my choice but all are great) if possible just take a day to sit back relax and Breathe (might have a beverage of choice) When in the right spot this might be some of the best air on Earth, love to just take IT in.


Look over this thread on Idaho -- Idaho

As has been suggested the San Juan’s and the SouthWest of Colorado, with your rig you will find some of the best 4X4 trail anywhere. Having traveled all over this country this is an area that never disappoints, just so Wild and so Accessible, never have had a bad day.


Well I think I filled your 10 days (might want to add a couple more weeks and really enjoy it – no hurry to get back with that beautiful rig to San Diego) – one last note look over Stan Parker's photo album for more info on areas you might visit -- Great Photo's

BOL,

[littlemo]

You would have to retrace your steps somewhat but it would be worth your while to go to the Durango/Silverton/Ouray area of Colorado.

Soak in the mineral pools in Ouray.

Ghost towns

Drive the Million Dollar Highway

(are you towing or renting jeep?) Never mind see your Sig now. They have great jeep trails here


. And you'll want to ride the Durango/Silverton train. Train

Even if you just spent 2-3 days it would be worth it.

[noe-place]

The Little Big Horn Battlefield in Montana is very interesting

[Allworth]

Try to get by the National Bison Range. Neat way to spend an afternoon.

[Dick_B]

Do a Google search for `______ tourism' and put in the blank the State you are interested in. Read what the experts recommend for their area.

[Rocky2]

On your way between Yellowstone and Glacier, you should pass the national bison range which is a good place for a stop.
http://www.fws.gov/refuge/National_Bison_Range/visit/plan_your_visit.html

[enblethen]

Craters of the Moon is interesting.
Along the way near Arco is the first nuclear reactor.
Snake River canyon is on ID/OR/WA border.
Could do a loop through ID on US 20 & US 26 north on US 95 and then east on US 12. This will go through many different areas of ID.