{"id":49038,"date":"2024-10-26T16:47:46","date_gmt":"2024-10-26T21:47:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/?p=49038"},"modified":"2025-05-02T08:44:55","modified_gmt":"2025-05-02T13:44:55","slug":"western-montana-girls-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Western Montana Girls Trip: Horses, Hikes, and Off-Roading"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Pack your bags, ladies\u2014it&#8217;s time for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/all-inclusive-girlfriend-getaways\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"37657\">girls\u2019 trip <\/a>that will have you trading heels for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/hiking-shoes\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"46420\">hiking boots<\/a>, and your glass of wine for, well\u2026another glass of wine\u2014but this time, it\u2019s earned after a full day of horseback riding, fly fishing, and off-roading in the wild beauty of Western Montana. And the best part? You can fly directly from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/dallas-fort-worth-pumpkin-patches\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"25390\">Dallas-Fort Worth<\/a> to Missoula. So no layovers. No airport sprints. Just a straight shot to adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-693fb4a2cd6d7\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-693fb4a2cd6d7\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#Where_to_Stay\" >Where to Stay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#Alpine_Falls_Ranch\" >Alpine Falls Ranch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#High_Tail_Ranch\" >High Tail Ranch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#Horseback_Riding\" >Horseback Riding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#Hiking\" >Hiking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#Fly_Fishing\" >Fly Fishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#Off-Roading\" >Off-Roading<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#Missoula_The_Perfect_Launchpad_for_Adventure\" >Missoula: The Perfect Launchpad for Adventure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#Post-Adventure_Relaxation_Wine_Hot_Tubs_and_Fireside_Chats\" >Post-Adventure Relaxation: Wine, Hot Tubs, and Fireside Chats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/western-montana-girls-trip\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay\"><\/span>Where to Stay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Stay-at-a-ranch-in-Western-Montana-like-Alpine-Falls-Ranch.jpeg\" alt=\"Stay at a ranch in Western Montana like Alpine Falls Ranch\" class=\"wp-image-49131\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Stay-at-a-ranch-in-Western-Montana-like-Alpine-Falls-Ranch.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Stay-at-a-ranch-in-Western-Montana-like-Alpine-Falls-Ranch-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Stay-at-a-ranch-in-Western-Montana-like-Alpine-Falls-Ranch-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Stay-at-a-ranch-in-Western-Montana-like-Alpine-Falls-Ranch-200x150.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Stay-at-a-ranch-in-Western-Montana-like-Alpine-Falls-Ranch-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Stay-at-a-ranch-in-Western-Montana-like-Alpine-Falls-Ranch-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Stay-at-a-ranch-in-Western-Montana-like-Alpine-Falls-Ranch-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Stay-at-a-ranch-in-Western-Montana-like-Alpine-Falls-Ranch-150x113.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by Meagan Wristen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You know the kind of trip where you\u2019re debating between two equally amazing places to stay, and it feels like choosing between chocolate cake or cheesecake? That&#8217;s what you&#8217;re facing with <strong>Alpine Falls Ranch<\/strong> and <strong>High Tail Ranch<\/strong>. Either way, you win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alpine_Falls_Ranch\"><\/span>Alpine Falls Ranch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Alpine Falls Ranch\" class=\"wp-image-49120\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1-66x66.jpeg 66w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1-200x200.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1-800x800.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-1-96x96.jpeg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by Meagan Wristen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Alpine Falls Ranch<\/strong> is your spot if you want rustic luxury with panoramic views that make you wonder if you\u2019ve just stepped into a postcard. The kind of place where you can throw your boots on the porch and relax in the outdoor hot tub after a long day of adventuring. The ranch sits on hundreds of private acres, so it\u2019s you, your girlfriends, and the open sky. Maybe some deer. Or the occasional bear, but most importantly their adorable highland cows living here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High_Tail_Ranch\"><\/span>High Tail Ranch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1.jpeg\" alt=\"High Tail Ranch\" class=\"wp-image-49121\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1-66x66.jpeg 66w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1-200x200.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1-800x800.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-1-96x96.jpeg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by Meagan Wristen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>High Tail Ranch<\/strong>, on the other hand, is perfect for those craving a cozy, cabin-style escape. It\u2019s a little more off-the-beaten-path, but if you\u2019re ready for some serious seclusion with a side of adventure, you\u2019re in the right spot. Picture mornings spent horseback riding and evenings gathered around a firepit laughing until your sides hurt. The ranch is all about relaxation and rejuvenation, but with an active twist\u2014because you\u2019re not the type to sit still for too long. We were lucky enough to visit during the bison round-up which is quite exciting. It happens once a year and for the right price guests can participate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Horseback_Riding\"><\/span>Horseback Riding <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373.jpeg\" alt=\"Alpine Falls Ranch\" class=\"wp-image-49111\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-200x267.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-400x533.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-640x853.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-150x200.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-240x320.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-360x480.jpeg 360w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-540x720.jpeg 540w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Alpine-Falls-Ranch-e1729870770373-735x980.jpeg 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo from MommyTravels.net<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Is it even Montana if you\u2019re not on a horse? Saddle up, ladies. Whether you&#8217;re an experienced rider or just someone who&#8217;s watched <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/yellowstone-national-park-with-teens\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"45444\">Yellowstone<\/a><\/em> one too many times, horseback riding in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/9-day-summertime-montana-road-trip-itinerary\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"24270\">Montana<\/a> is a bucket list must. At both ranches, you\u2019ll find horses that are as friendly as they are eager to show you around. Ride through meadows, forests, and mountain trails that will make you question why you don\u2019t live here year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hiking\"><\/span>Hiking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229.jpeg\" alt=\"Hiking in Western Montana\" class=\"wp-image-49115\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-200x267.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-400x533.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-640x853.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-150x200.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-240x320.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-360x480.jpeg 360w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-540x720.jpeg 540w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Hiking-in-Western-Montana-e1729871231229-735x980.jpeg 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo from MommyTravels.net<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Western Montana\u2019s hiking trails are no joke. From casual strolls to more challenging treks, you\u2019ll get views that will make your Instagram followers swoon with envy. Not to mention, you\u2019ll burn off last night\u2019s campfire s\u2019mores (maybe). So, throw on your best \u201cI\u2019m an outdoorsy person now\u201d outfit, and don\u2019t forget to pack a water bottle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fly_Fishing\"><\/span>Fly Fishing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1137\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389.jpg\" alt=\"Fly fishing the Gallatin River near Big Sky, Montana\" class=\"wp-image-20747\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389.jpg 1137w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-720x405.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/0e2893dc-6e7d-4920-b998-bcf1b9dbd389-735x414.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1137px) 100vw, 1137px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by Meagan Wristen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>No, you don\u2019t need to be a professional angler to enjoy fly fishing in Montana. With rivers as clear as the sky above, you\u2019ll be casting lines into waters that are famous for trout. Guides are available for beginners, and for anyone who thinks they know what they\u2019re doing but maybe actually doesn\u2019t. There\u2019s something incredibly peaceful about standing in the middle of a river, fly rod in hand, waiting for that perfect bite. Plus, it\u2019s a great excuse to wear waders without looking like you\u2019re trying too hard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Off-Roading\"><\/span>Off-Roading<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114.jpeg\" alt=\"High Tail Ranch Girls Trip\" class=\"wp-image-49112\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-200x150.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-150x113.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-480x360.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-720x540.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-Girls-Trip-e1729870810114-735x551.jpeg 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo from MommyTravels.net<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Off-roading in Montana isn\u2019t just a mode of transportation\u2014it\u2019s a lifestyle. Whether you&#8217;re behind the wheel of a Jeep, ATV, or whatever vehicle is ready to tackle the rugged terrain, you\u2019re in for an adrenaline rush. The best part? Montana\u2019s dirt roads come with mountain views, fresh air, and the occasional mud-splattered selfie. Because let&#8217;s be real\u2014if you don\u2019t get dirty, did you even go off-roading?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Missoula_The_Perfect_Launchpad_for_Adventure\"><\/span>Missoula: The Perfect Launchpad for Adventure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana.jpeg\" alt=\"Missoula, Montana\" class=\"wp-image-49122\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana-66x66.jpeg 66w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana-200x200.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana-800x800.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Missoula-Montana-96x96.jpeg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by Meagan Wristen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Flying in and out of <strong>Missoula<\/strong> makes your Western Montana girls&#8217; trip almost too easy. With direct flights from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/dallas-fort-worth-pumpkin-patches\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"25390\">DFW<\/a>, you can roll out of bed, grab a latte, and be on a plane faster than you can say &#8220;mountain retreat.&#8221; Missoula itself is worth a stopover\u2014think college-town charm meets rugged Montana wilderness. Whether you\u2019re grabbing a bite downtown or taking in the local art scene, you\u2019ll quickly realize that this is more than just a gateway to adventure. It\u2019s part of the adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Missoula, I recommend staying at the <a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1100luTrN\/[p_id:1011l5427]\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.marriott.com%2Fen-us%2Fhotels%2Fmsori-residence-inn-missoula-downtown%2Foverview%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Residence Inn<\/a>, grabbing a cocktail at Plonk Missoula, and having dinner at the 1889 Steakhouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Post-Adventure_Relaxation_Wine_Hot_Tubs_and_Fireside_Chats\"><\/span>Post-Adventure Relaxation: Wine, Hot Tubs, and Fireside Chats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250.jpeg\" alt=\"High Tail Ranch\" class=\"wp-image-49113\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-200x267.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-400x533.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-640x853.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-150x200.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-240x320.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-360x480.jpeg 360w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-540x720.jpeg 540w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/High-Tail-Ranch-e1729870846250-735x980.jpeg 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo from MommyTravels.net<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>After a day filled with horseback riding, hiking, fly fishing, and off-roading, there\u2019s only one way to end the night\u2014relaxing with your girls, a bottle of wine, and the stars overhead. Alpine Falls Ranch has a house with a hot tub that practically begs for post-adventure soak sessions, while High Tail Ranch has all the fire pit vibes you could ever want. Either way, it&#8217;s the perfect backdrop for recounting the day\u2019s adventures, laughing about that time you almost fell off your horse (almost), and planning tomorrow&#8217;s escapades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927.jpeg\" alt=\"Quinn Hot Springs\" class=\"wp-image-49129\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-200x150.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-150x113.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-480x360.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-720x540.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Quinn-Hot-Springs-e1729977919927-735x551.jpeg 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by Meagan Wristen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Western Montana offers the kind of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/insanely-awesome-girls-trips\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11275\">girls&#8217; trip<\/a> that makes you forget about the everyday grind and reminds you of what it feels like to be free and adventurous. It\u2019s the perfect blend of outdoor activities and relaxation, all set in one of the most stunning landscapes in the U.S. So grab your best girlfriends, book those direct flights to Missoula, and get ready for a Montana escape that you\u2019ll be talking about for years. And if you have extra time, pop into Quinn Hot Springs for a soak.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pack your bags, ladies\u2014it&#8217;s time for a girls\u2019 trip that will have you trading heels for hiking boots, and your glass&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":49130,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"MSN_Categories":"Travel","MSN_Publish_Option":false,"MSN_Is_Local_News":false,"MSN_Is_AIAC_Included":"Empty","MSN_Location":"[]","MSN_Add_Feature_Img_On_Top_Of_Post":false,"MSN_Has_Custom_Author":false,"MSN_Custom_Author":"","MSN_Has_Custom_Canonical_Url":false,"MSN_Custom_Canonical_Url":"","rop_custom_images_group":[],"rop_custom_messages_group":[],"rop_publish_now":"initial","rop_publish_now_accounts":{"twitter_aToxMzYzMDE4MDA7_136301800":"","facebook_10216960885986637_122283935708":""},"rop_publish_now_history":[],"rop_publish_now_status":"pending","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2055,2026,1622],"tags":[318,1618],"class_list":["post-49038","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-girlfriend-getaway","category-listicle","category-montana","tag-girls-trip","tag-girlfriend-getaway"],"mv":{"thumbnail_id":49130,"thumbnail_uri":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Western-Montana-Girls-Trip-225x300.jpeg"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49038","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=49038"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49038\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/49130"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=49038"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=49038"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=49038"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}