Spring hiking in the Northern Rockies is an adventure. Even a relatively mild trek to a popular…read morewaterfall that in summer would be a simple matter is considerably more interesting. That is why it's worth the extra effort, because places change with the seasons. And the more special that place is, the more dramatic the changes. I've never been to Morrell Falls, a well-known day trip outside of Seeley Lake, during tourist season. I imagine that it's fun, but you'll share the trail with others. In early May, when snow alternates with bright sun and spring meltwater causes the falls to roar and gush down from the heights, you'll find only a few hardy souls out and about. The trailhead was not accessible yet, as snow banks covered parts of the road still, so I parked and walked about a mile in. From there, it was 2.5 additional miles through a mix of snow and dirt to the falls. The trail is easy to follow. Even the short 1/4 mile ascent to the upper falls was relatively straightforward. The roar of falling water makes a fantastic motivator to see the upper section, where the plunging cascade pools into a small basin before continuing the journey down to the lower portion, which is all most visitors usually see. Are the upper and lower falls worth it? They aren't easy to describe in words without diminishing their magnetic appeal. We all get this: falling water is astonishing each time you see it. And at Morrell, you can't take your eyes away, and you wish that time would just stand still so that you can savor it all. It's such a pristine and private place that there is nothing whatsoever to improve. It's simply perfect. Over a course of 200 feet, Morrell Creek drops down from its headwaters high above in the Swan Range and spreads out into a crystal clear flow of fresh, cold, shallow water. It passes through a tight rocky squeeze to get there, creating impressive torrents of falling water. No matter how many you see, each waterfall is special. Morrell is definitely no different. Even though this hike is popular (in summer), it's still not exactly easy to access. You need to drive miles on forest service roads and head deep into thick pine forest before the falls appear. Plodding through wet snow to reach them may not be your idea of a good Cinco de Mayo celebration (which is when I visited). But for me, it was a fiesta of sights and sounds that will resonate for many months to come. Morrell joins my mental scrapbook of the world's many wonderful waterfalls. Not a bad way to spend a Saturday morning, indeed.

Perfect day hike. Around 7 Miles round trip of mostly flat or slight grades to impressive water…read morefalls and alpine ponds. Fire damage evident but should show quick regrowth. Great for kids.

This is our go-to place for hiking. Known simply as "The Rattlesnake" to locals, here you can find…read morea variety of hiking trails for people of all ages. This area is gorgeous and full of natural beauty. Regardless of which hiking trail you decide to explore, you will be taken back by the beautiful Montana scenery. My family and I have been coming here for 13 years now, and it still remains our favorite spot to soak up some nature. If you are just traveling through the area and came to this review, I promise you won't be disappointed. Here's a little secret: during huckleberry season, you will find there are plenty of huckleberry bushes scattered throughout the different trails. I would suggest grabbing a handful to snack on while you are hiking. If you aren't sure what they look like, Google "huckleberry bushes." The second you taste the sweetness of one, you will know. Be sure to bring some water with you if this is your first time. Also, don't forget to take lots of pictures!

Wonderful hiking area with abundant wildlife! Fortunately we did not come across any bears!read more

Spending the day with a resident expert in her field was so extra special i can't even say enough!…read moreWenFei answered our myriad of questions perfectly and made our trip out to Bison National Park memorable! In addition to knowing all things (and i do mean all) about the local birds, including their sounds and habitats, she could also share information perfectly about the bison, the antelopes (that we saw that day) and the native grizzlies. The local donuts were amazing as well as our lunch out with some local Montana fare. All in all a superb day, chock full of information that will have your feeling like an expert too! Don't miss this opportunity!

Wenfei organized a full day trip for us to the Flathead Wilderness Area. We went driving on bumpy…read moremountain roads, hiking up the side of a mountain alongside a picturesque babbling brook and picnicked next to a sparkling lake with a view of the mountains. Our focus was photography, and our route did not disappoint on that score. We also stopped for fresh baked goods and coffee on our way out of Missoula which made the ride that much more pleasant. We are generally outdoor people but we chose to use a tour company because we were traveling with a baby and didn't know how to find routes that would be child friendly and not overly demanding. We would definitely recommend Wenfei's guiding services and have referred several friends to her Big Sky Safaris for Montana travel. In particular her being a biologist makes an outstanding enhancement to hiking - we are not very knowledgeable about birds and animal droppings, and Wenfei pointed out all sorts of interesting things for us as well as small details worth photographing that we wouldn't have noticed on our own. Wenfei made us very comfortable, gave us excellent gear advice, and spared us many hours of poring over maps to identify good areas to visit. She also was really knowledgeable about the local plants and birds during our early autumn MT trip. This was a great splurge during our MT trip and one we'd do again in a heart beat.

To Yelpers!!!!! Do not miss out! BRO is clearly the bomb and remains our go-to crew for all…read morethings fly fishing in Montana. The whole crew continues to amaze us with service, value and the quality of the educational experience that they provide. Consistency is key and they just keep getting better. Terri and John have this whole program DIALED IN and you won't be disappointed. Book it early folks. The trout are waiting! Thanks to Phil, John and Kurt for 2 great days and of course Noelle for organizing EVERYTHING for us! Hey yall. Go Getchasumma that BRO!

Fantastic trip with BRO. I fished on 17 April and had Aidan C. as guide, I would highly recommend…read morehim as he was very knowledgeable and helpful with improving my skills. The Bitterroot River did not disappoint in the fish department ---but Aidan had a lot to do with that in his knowledge of where to fish certain seams. I would 100% recommend BRO and Aidan if he is available as you will not be disappointed.

Took the family out for a day trip, caught fish, had a good lunch, amazing views. Good times had by…read moreall! Montana is amazing. CGA Outfitters rocks.

From the owner: CGA Outfitters offers fly fishing beautiful Montana for all species of fish that Western Montana…read morehas to offer on rivers, lake, and reservoirs in rafts, drift boats and motor boats.

What a cute little park with a stunning view! We were visiting and needed a place for a bunch of…read morekids to blow off some energy and this place came up on the map. It has a neat playground with swings and a long dock to the water. The kids all loved trying to skip rocks and walking the shoreline.

Lovely, seldom crowded lakefront park near center of Polson has fantastic amenities for the whole…read morefamily. Tucked in between the Polson Bay golf course and Flathead Lake's southern tip, this never-crowded grassy park has everything you need for a fun family outing including: No fee: city park Restrooms Long dock: perfect for swimming in the chilly waters Playground: for the kiddos Swings & Benches: the better to lounge around with Parking: plenty Watersports: on-site kayak rentals Minus one point due to all the goose turds littering the grass, so best bring a blanket. So go on, have a dipper or a paddle about!

What can I say that has an already been said about the amazing and beautiful flat head lake. The…read morelargest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi does not disappoint. There is so much to do! Visit one of the many small towns around the lake (polson, big fork, Lakeside, just to name a few), get out on a kayak or paddleboard, take a boat or ferry ride, Sit on one of the many beaches, or just find a spot to pull over and sit in awe of the beauty. Flathead lake is an amazing place and is a must see for everyone

The lake is one night stop heading to Glacier NP…read more It's really clean as the word says "one of the cleanest lake in the world", however we had the big wind when visited it, more like a beautiful sea.

Cody helped me with a snowmobile recall recently, very professional and would recommend their…read moreservices! Thanks Gull!

I used a sales rep named Angel. Angel found a pair of matching Sea Doos for me (not an easy task…read morein this area). Angel kept me informed when there was some mechanical issues with one of the two. Also, once completed we picked them up and Angel made sure we were speaking with all the right people necessary for paperwork, demo, trailer hook up...all the way through. Additionally, Angel helped us after the sale when we had issues getting necessary papers. Many thanks to Angel.

We rented a pontoon boat over the 4th of July weekend and had a really great experience. Everyone…read morewho worked there was so nice and helpful, and the boat was great and exactly as advertised. We will definitely rent from Riverside the next time we are in Polson.

It was really easy to book the boat. Getting on it and out to the lake was a snap. No problems…read morethere. Unfortunately, our party had several questions once we were out there. We tried calling numerous times and they never responded. One of their listed numbers is totally disconnected, and the other one may as well be.