The Luxury Travel Magazine
The Luxury Travel Magazine
If you’re an avid traveller, the United States has likely been at the top of your ‘must-visit’ list for a while now, and we can’t say that we blame you. With fifty states, America attracts beach lovers, nature lovers, and thrill-seekers alike, with over 3.25 million Brits travelling to the nation each year.Whether counting down the days until you touch down on the sandy beaches of California or the concrete jungle of New York City, you’re probably scrambling around trying to pack, sort travel documents, and make the itinerary for your trip.
Yet, the latter task might be more challenging if you’re headed to a lesser-known states of the America’s Midwest such as North Dakota, Idaho, or Montana. To make this task easier, we’ve created a list of activities to consider adding to your itinerary while on your Missoula adventure below:
Listen To The Sound Of The Ringing Rocks
Since Montana is a known rural state, many visitors are attracted to its natural beauty, fantastic scenery, and the solitude it offers. As you can imagine, there is no shortage of green spaces to explore, like Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, and many more. Yet, if you happen to find yourself passing through Butte while on your Missoula adventure, listening to the Ringing Rocks is an activity you don’t want to miss. Whether travelling solo, with your partner, or with your children, this activity is perfect for all ages. Believed in making sounds due to the chemical composition and how the rocks have eroded over time, the Ringing Rocks earned their name because when gently tapped with a hammer, they emit a pleasant ringing noise.
Although a fun day trip, ensure that you are careful while moving around on the rocky terrain and don’t attempt to move any Ringing Rocks to avoid injury. Another way to protect yourself against unforeseen accidents is by taking out travel insurance. Providers like Staysure are specialists in travel insurance whose policies aim to protect those over fifty and under from unforeseen circumstances while travelling. Consider visiting their website to discover how their policies could help keep you safe while on your Missoula adventure today.
Go Fly Fishing
Following the 1976 novel ‘A River Runs Through It,’ and the subsequent film that followed it, Missoula is strongly associated with fly fishing due to the many trout rivers populating the area. So, if you consider yourself an avid fishing fan, consider adding this activity to the itinerary for your Missoula adventure.
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a first-timer, you can find many fishing spots using the help of internet guides or a local guide, who can also give you tips if you need them. Having the right equipment will make your fishing adventure more enjoyable. The right flypole, tackle and protectiion for your eyes and hands ( you can find fishing gloves here). Regardless of your skill level, you could consider paying for a fishing trip which can provide you with a half-day or full-day casting a line on the Montana waters in rivers like Clark Fort River, Rock Creek and more.
Watch A Show At The Wilma Theatre
One of Missoula’s most iconic cultural venues, the Wilma Theatre, is located downtown next to Higgins Street Bridge and Caras Park (another popular tourist destination). This historical place is often the go-to place to catch events like film festivals, musical entertainment, live-action retellings, and literary events. Depending on what events your Missoula adventure coincides with, you could be fortunate enough to see some of the latest and up-and-coming names in literature and music.
There you have it, a selection of activities worth adding to your itinerary for a Missoula adventure. With the activities above and tips on creating an itinerary, you could create the perfect plan for your upcoming trip away.
