The Best Glamping Destinations in Montana
Are you trying to plan the best glamping getaways in Montana? Glamping is an amazing way for people to get away from the hustle-bustle of daily lives. Solo campers can just relax and enjoy solitude while being at one with nature. Couples and families can bond over sightseeing, hiking, and other glamping activities, and just enjoy each other’s company.
Many glamping spots offer a variety of fun, exciting, and relaxing activities in the Treasure State.
Throughout Montana there is a lot of options for glamping accommodations so groups of all sizes can enjoy Big Sky Country and just be in awe of everything that nature has to offer.
Whether you’re planning a glamping holiday alone or with company, Montana is one of the best places you could go to.
Here are 10 of the best glamping spots in Montana that prove it:
Paws Up Resort, Greenough (★★★★★)
Paws Up Resort has scenic views and Instagram worthy accommodations complete with high-speed internet access. It provides glampers with a way to enjoy nature without having to give up the modern-day conveniences like warm and cozy beds, Wi-Fi connections, and full baths.
Paws Up Resort offers 37,000 acres of meadows, replete with lakes, rivers, and mountainscapes. All easily visible and accessible from luxury houses and glamping accommodations inside the resort.
Glamping Accommodation
Paws Up’s luxury accommodations are perfect for your Montana glamping vacation. This resort offers 28 different luxury cabins for families and groups of all sizes. They have 1 to 4-bedroom homes with backyard tents pitched during summer. You can bond with the family, tell stories, and have all sorts of fun under the stars. They also have timber cabins, meadow cabins, ranch houses, and river lodges.
A feature of Paws Up Resort is their glamping tents and woodland sanctuaries hidden among the trees. Perfect for romantic nights and dinners for two.
But if you’re looking for something even more luxurious, Paws Up Resort has an exclusive island lodge set in the middle of Salmon Lake. Here, you’ll be surrounded by nearby pine trees, and everywhere you look you’ll see lush forests and scenic mountain ranges.
Dining Options
There two fine dining restaurants inside the Paws Up Resort:
- Pomp Restaurant, and
- Through Restaurant.
Executive chefs work their magic on the freshest meats and produce to create nature-inspired, seasonal, and rustic dishes. They use handpicked and freshly caught ingredients such as mountainside huckleberries and Rocky Mountain trout.
There is a full-service cocktail bar at Paws Up called the Tank. This bar serves the finest drinks while you relax with the breathtaking views. It’s the perfect place for individuals and couples to unwind and relax after a whole day of exciting (and tiring) glamping adventures.
Glamping Activities
The 37,000 acres of this resort allows for a wide range of activities. They offer exciting and unique activities such as:
- flyfishing,
- horse-drawn carriage rides,
- helicopter tours,
- fitness trails,
- ghost town tours,
- skiing,
- biking,
- dog sledding,
- canoeing, and much more!
Kids can also enjoy activities such as:
- arena lessons,
- ice skating,
- mountain tubing,
- go-karting,
- junior wrangler programs, and
- paintball.
Under Canvas, Yellowstone (★★★★★)
Under Canvas Yellowstone offers safari-inspired glamping accommodations, sights, and activities to glampers from all over the country.
Located just minutes away from Yellowstone National Park, this glamping spot is popular for tourists who want to explore the lush forests, hot springs, dramatic canyons, and other amazing natural landscapes in and around the national park.
image credit: Under Canvas, Yellowstone
Glamping Accommodation
You can enjoy s’mores around a fire pit, or other complimentary camp activities. Though you’ll be sleeping in luxurious canvas tents, you get to enjoy amenities such as regular housekeeping, USB battery packs for your gadgets and devices, and even organic bath products.
Guests have the option to stay in safari glamping tents. Some of which are big enough to house up to 7 people!
The more deluxe options come with private toilets and bathrooms, wood-burning stoves, fire pits, and lounge areas. One of the most popular accommodations, the Stargazer, even offers a huge skylight above its king-sized bed for a romantic night under the stars.
Some of the more affordable options are still fitted with king-sized beds and wood-burning stoves. Shared bathhouses are located just moments away from these glamping facilities.
Dining Options
Under Canvas, Yellowstone offers breakfasts, snacks, and dinners made from wholesome, locally-sourced produce. They may accommodate gluten-free food requests and are usually accommodating for people with food allergies and intolerances too.
The dinner menu has a nice range of salads, sandwiches, bowls, snacks, and kiddie food items.
All food items may also be eaten at private lounges, though the resort has strict rules about leaving food inside the tent overnight.
Glamping Activities
There are many fun and relaxing activities in Under Canvas Yellowstone, and many are perfect for families and groups of friends.
Relaxing activities include:
- nature walks,
- campfire activities,
- fishing,
- picnics, and
- animal interaction.
For those who need to feel the adrenaline rush, there is:
- zip-lining,
- off-road vehicle tours,
- biking,
- rafting, and
- kayaking
These are popular activities for those who are after that camping adventure holiday.
The Ranch at Rock Creek, Philipsburg (★★★★☆)
It’s difficult to not travel to and appreciate the beauty of the Montanan wilderness, scenery, landscapes, and everything in between. The Ranch at Rock Creek, is ideal for those who appreciate the beauty that Montana offers.
image credit: The Ranch at Rock Creek
Glamping Accommodation
Guests can stay at the Ranch at Rock Creek all-year-round. The glamping tents that they call canvas cabins are made with comfort, nature, and luxury in mind.
Each of these canvas cabins has comfy king-sized or queen-sized beds and spacious living areas. Each also has an attached bathroom, though a separate private bathroom for each canvas cabin is available in the bathhouse too.
Dining Options
The dining experiences offered by the Ranch are a cultural tribute to the state and its seasonal bounties.
A Dutch oven and a wood fire grill are used to prepare ranch-to-table meals. Children’s menu and special dishes are available for those with dietary restrictions.
Glamping Activities
Seasonal activities are available in and around the ranch. Rodeo, sapphire mining, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, and archery are fun activities during summer, spring, and fall seasons.
Skiing, ice skating, snowmobiling, snowboarding, and sledding are fun during winter.
Photography workshops, meditation, and animal watching are enjoyable in whatever season.
The Green O, Greenough (★★★★★)
Deep in the middle of the lush forest and between the gigantic, larger-than-life pine trees, stand the Green O houses.
These unbelievably modern yet secluded houses give campers plenty of time for relaxation and serenity. But, believe it or not, campers are always just a few steps away from thrilling outdoor activities and adventures too.
Green O cabins are great for people wanting to disconnect from the stresses of daily life and perfect for couples wanting to create or rekindle their special connections.
image credit: The Green O
Glamping Accommodation
Green O houses are set deep inside the Paws Up Ranch. These houses offer amenities that rival that of most modern hotel rooms. Green O accommodations feature:
- floor-to-ceiling glass windows,
- scenic and wide window views,
- full-sized hot tubs,
- fireplaces,
- eco-kitchens,
- decks, and
- king-sized beds.
For the duration of your stay, Green O will also let you borrow a Lexus SUV for you to drive around the ranch and get from one place to another.
- Tree Haus –
Elevated, two-story house giving you the perfect position to view, appreciate, and marvel at the surrounding forest. - Round Haus –
Provides 180-degree views of the forest from the living room and the bedroom. It has a private lounge with a soaking tub, and it has a rooftop deck perfect for stargazing and animal watching. - Green Haus –
Native grasses on the living roof give the rooftop deck a meadow-like feel. A strategically-placed skylight above the bed will allow for stargazing and romantic late-night talks. - Light Haus –
Secluded in the forests and away from the prying eyes of other people, this Green O house offers modern conveniences in luxurious packages. Enjoy s’mores in the bedroom or the outdoor deck – both have glowing fireplaces.
Note that Green O only offers 12 houses for accommodation, so booking may be a bit difficult during peak seasons.
Dining Options
Green O caters specifically to couples looking to retreat and reconnect, and so it offers a restaurant, lounge, and bar that specifically gives them the chance to do so.
The Social Haus is strategically placed so that it’s a short walk away from all Green O houses. It serves individual as well as shareable meals made with seasonal ingredients. It also uses live fires to cook meats to perfection, and locally-sourced produce for a rich and full culinary experience.
Glamping Activities
Green O houses accommodate guests all-year-round, so there are endless possibilities for glamping activities in and around the area. Many glampers enjoy activities such as:
- Equestrian experiences,
- fly-fishing,
- hiking,
- horseback rides,
- shooting sports, and
- trail adventures
These activities are available during spring, summer, and fall.
Some of the more popular wintertime activities are:
- Winter trails,
- shooting sports,
- equestrian experiences, and
- skiing.
With the floor-to-ceiling glass windows installed around the house, you and your partner can also just sit near the fireplace, in awe of the falling snow and the snow-covered foliage.
Under Canvas, Glacier (★★★★★)
Another Under Canvas location has made it into our list for the best glamping spots in Montana. This time it’s the one in Glacier near the Glacier National Park.
It pretty much offers the same luxuries and amenities offered by the one in Yellowstone, but it offers other activities that couples, families, and even solo travelers can enjoy.
image credit: Under Canvas, Glacier
Glamping Accommodation
Under Canvas, Glacier offers 8 different types of luxury accommodation. Some tents have king beds, queen sofa beds, and even twin beds for youngsters – but all of them use the same, high-quality bedding. Some tents are great for families, while others are perfect for couples.
They even have an actual treehouse in this location!
Wood-burning stoves can help warm up the tent during cold nights, and Under Canvas Glacier provides complimentary firewood. Bathrooms may be private or shared depending on the type of accommodation.
Dining Options
Food offerings are locally sourced for this Under Canvas location as well. Theyare committed to the same level of care for nature and the local community.
Hot breakfasts are best paired with their bottomless coffee. Gas grills are provided around the camp, but they are available only by reservation.
They even provide basic kitchen utensils such as coolers, plates, cups, and foil, so you don’t have to bother bringing them for your stay.
Glamping Activities
As for the glamping activities, guests at Under Canvas Glacier have recommended exploring the biking and nature trails.
The serene location is perfect for relaxation. You can also explore nature by horseback, and you can even trek with llamas.
Guests can’t say no to private tours to the Glacier National Park as well.
List Your Montana Glamping Experience Here
Clear Sky Resorts, Glacier (★★★★☆)
Some of the best glamping getaways in Montana happen near Glacier National Park. Clear Sky Resorts is located near the east and west entrances of Glacier National Park, and it’s near the Great Bear Wilderness too.
The accommodation options are one of a kind and offer equally unique glamping experiences to its guests.
image credit: Clear Sky Resorts
Glamping Accommodation
Big Sky Country is popular among glamping guests who, above all else, want to stargaze and spend nights under the stars. And what better way to do so than to stay in sky-domes or geo-domes?
Clear Sky Resorts offer sky-dome accommodations for guests who’d like to sleep atop the trees for the best view of the night sky. Spacious geo-domes are also available for those who enjoy being at the heart of nature.
If you can’t leave your pet at home, take them with you at the resort. Just have them approved by the management prior to your visit. There’s Wi-Fi connection in the common areas, and the resort even has a lounge, a gift shop, and a snack bar.
Dining Options
Clear Sky Resorts has an on-site bar and restaurant. They also host community barbecues so guests can enjoy each other’s company while prepping and cooking for their families and partners.
Glamping Activities
Inside the resort, guests can stargaze and enjoy live music and themed dinners. Activities around the site that guests can choose include:
- horseback riding,
- hiking,
- boating,
- rafting,
- ax throwing,
- fishing, and
- zip-lining.
They can also visit museums, breweries, book stores, and coffee shops, go on helicopter rides, and play golf.
Summer Star Ranch, Helena (★★★★☆)
Right between Glacier and Yellowstone, and inside the Helena National Forest, sits a man-made gem called the Summer Star Ranch.
It’s said to be one of the most romantic glamping spots in the whole of Big Sky Country. Just step inside, take one good look at the nature that surrounds you, and it’s easy to see why.
Everywhere you look, you can see the picture-perfect mountain ranges.
The Wild West setting that tops it all off makes guests swoon, and many weddings and romantic getaways have happened inside the Summer Star Ranch.
image credit: Summer Star Ranch
Glamping Accommodation
Cabins and glamping tents inside the ranch offer luxurious amenities and modern fittings. The secluded glamping tents are surrounded by the Montana Rockies and are built within forests. They are fitted with air-conditioning systems and gas stoves so you can sleep in comfort and peace in whatever season or weather. You can choose to take a shower in the full-size bathroom, or you can shower in privacy at an outdoor shower. The tents also have private decks for your morning coffee or late- night talks, whichever you prefer.
The cabin is perfect for bigger groups. It has a king-sized bed on the loft, a queen-sized bed on one of the rooms, and two pull-out sofas in the living area. The cabin also has an outdoor shower and a full-sized indoor shower.
Dining Options
Though the Summer Star Ranch doesn’t have an in-house restaurant, there are some good restaurants just a few miles within the area.
Many guests also commended the ranch hosts for being very knowledgeable about the ranch and its surrounding areas and even native Montanans were impressed.
Glamping Activities
Exploration by horseback is the most popular activity in the ranch.
It’s easy to fall in love with nature when you’re surrounded by beautiful landscapes. You’ll get a chance to go animal-watching as well since elks, mules, deer, foxes, and coyotes frequent the ranch fields.
You can also visit other attractions near the ranch and learn more about Montana’s culture and history.
Bar W Guest Ranch, Whitefish (★★★★☆)
Though it’s a relatively small guest ranch, Bar W is a very popular choice for cowboys and cowgirls who like horseback rides, wagon rides, and rodeos.
They even offer year-round horseback riding lessons for those who want to develop their horsemanship skills.
Adventure packages and specialty weeks are also available, so you might want to plan your next glamping vacation with Bar W Guest Ranch around these events.
image credit: Bar W Guest Ranch
Glamping Accommodation
There are lodges and cabin suites inside Bar W, but let’s focus on the glamping tents. These glamping tents are available every season except winter when it might be too cold for guests.
Each of these four tents can house up to 4 people and are available for 3-night and 6-night stays. The tents also feature queen-sized beds and private porches.
They’re also fitted with some kitchen appliances like fridges and coffee makers. Private, full-sized bathrooms are located right outside the tents.
During winter, Bar W only accepts guests in their main lodge and cabins.
Dining Options
Bar W has a dining room that serves hearty meals. The breakfast menu has the classics on their list. The breakfast room even comes with a cereal bar perfect for families with young children. Meats are cooked in grills and open fires and are served with scrumptious sides.
All meals will be provided by the ranch, and are already part of the fees that guests pay for the vacation packages. Bar W doesn’t offer alcohol but guests can bring alcoholic drinks to enjoy them during meals and activities.
Glamping Activities
Bar W recommends visiting Montana during the summertime. This is the best time for horseback riding and horsemanship lessons.
There are also specialty weeks in the ranch, where they feature different activities and vacation packages. There are adults-only weeks when adults can just enjoy nature on horseback.
There are also cowgirl weeks when women take over the ranch to learn, explore, and cultivate their cowgirl sides. Some weeks are even reserved for photographers and photography sessions.
While there are many activities inside the ranch itself, Bar W management can help you with off-site activities too. Visit downtown Whitefish and enjoy spas, shopping, dining, and nightlife. You can also visit the Whitefish Mountain Resort for summer festivals.
You can also go fly-fishing, lake fishing, and whitewater rafting at Whitefish Lake.
The Collective, Yellowstone (★★★★★)
Collective Yellowstone pairs country experiences with luxury amenities, adventures, and accommodation. It’s set an hour away from Yellowstone National Park, and is surrounded by scenic views that will leave you in awe at everything nature has to offer.
image credit: The Collective, Yellowstone
Glamping Accommodation
The Collective offers three different glamping accommodations: the Outlook Shelter, the Summit Tent, and the Glory Tent. However, only the Summit Tent is available for Yellowstone location glampers.
The Summit Tent is a rustic but luxurious canvas tent that offers a king bed for couples or two single beds for friends or family. These beds all use a high thread count cotton material, with comforters and designer blankets.
Summit Tents are also fitted with electrical outlets so charging your gadgets and using other electronic devices shouldn’t be a problem.
You can warm up your nights with a wood-burning stove and wake up to a complimentary breakfast. It also features a private en suite bathroom with hot running water, and luxury toilets and showers.
Dining Options
Every morning, campers can have their complimentary breakfasts inside the Three Peaks Lodge. They offer fresh fruits, juices, and other healthy options for breakfast. Breakfast burritos, pancakes, farm-fresh scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausages are also on the menu.
Lunch at the same lodge is on a reservation basis. Lunch meals such as salads, grilled meats, grilled veggies, sandwiches, and other lunch menu items may be eaten on the lodge or packed to-go.
Dinners are served either at the lodge or outdoors, where you can enjoy a romantic dinner under the stars. The lodge serves multi-course meals featuring fresh berries and other seasonal fruits.
Meal options change, depending on the seasons, so you should book your meal reservations 2 to 3 days before your stay.
Glamping Activities
You can of course make your itinerary, but if you’re ever feeling lost, the most popular glamping activities in the Collective are:
- fly-fishing,
- horseback riding,
- mountain biking,
- whitewater rafting, and
- zip-lining.
It also has a family-friendly exclusive club where guests can use hot tubs, a basin pool, and a fitness center. If you’re looking for a luxurious treat, you can also order a massage right in the comfort of your very own tent.
Advertise Your Montana Glamping Business Here
Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel, Gardiner (★★★★☆)
The best way to end a day of exploring and being in awe of nature in Yellowstone is in a luxurious tipi… or at least that’s the way it is at the Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel.
Located just a mere 5 miles from Yellowstone National Park’s north entrance, this glamping location is truly one of the most sought-out glamping accommodations in Yellowstone.
image credit: Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel
Glamping Accommodation
The tipi hotel has 10 luxury tipis open for accommodation. These 22-feet tipis are fitted with king-sized or double memory foam mattresses and high-quality beddings. They also give complimentary organic bath products, and you can use them in the private bathhouses near the tipis. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi internet access too.
Outlets are also provided so you don’t have to worry about using electronic appliances and charging your phones, laptops, and cameras. The tipis are also fitted with electric fireplaces for colder nights and electric fans for warmer ones. Each tipi is also spacious enough to sleep a family of four.
The hotel management is very welcoming to pets as well, though policies will only allow them to accept pets lighter than 25 pounds as guests.
Dining Options
The Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel is just a few miles away from Yellowstone National Park so you can always just drive up and come back home within a matter of minutes. Dreamcatcher only offers breakfasts and afternoon snacks, so the dining options available are those in Gardiner.
You can visit the Roosevelt Arch and stay for a while at Gardiner, where you can also find grills, saloons, fine dining restaurants, and cozy bars.
Glamping Activities
Whitewater rafting, horseback riding, photography, hunting, and hiking are very popular glamping activities.
If you want to pitch up a tent and camp the traditional way, you can do so near Jardine Road and Bear Creek Trail.
The Best of Montana Glamping
While Montana is one of the least densely populated states in the US, the natural attractions, cultural treasures, and other tourist spots in Montana contribute about $3.7 billion to the tourism industry from the more than 13 million tourists that visit the state every year.
It isn’t too difficult to find the best glamping getaways in Montana. Nature has already abundantly blessed the Treasure State with scenic and breathtaking natural wonders after all.
Even after you’ve gone through all the glamping spots in this list, we’re pretty sure you’ll still come back for more. Glamping in Montana is a surefire way to melt away your troubles and kiss them goodbye. Unofficially nicknamed “The Land of the Shining Mountains”, Montana offers some unique glamping experiences for newbie and experienced campers alike.
