Anyone who says there is no such thing as love at first sight has never seen a summer's day in Missoula, Montana; never seen the sun rise over the mountains, the colors refracting along the waters of the river that cuts through the heart of downtown, each wave a greeting to the day ahead. It is impossible not to fall in love with this place--and it is love that never leaves you.
Missoula is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, and during the summer that love grows exponentially. Hiking, biking, camping, fishing, boating, floating, surfing, paddle boarding-- the list truly goes on and on. Missoula is a natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of five river valleys, there is adventure waiting around every bend and every curve.
As the sun sets and the heat of the day vanishes, things really heat up in downtown Missoula. When summer sunsets stretch into the nightlife hours, you know you are in a special place. Stroll the streets looking for that perfect meal, that perfect patio, or that perfect place to listen to live music and dance the night away.
You've never seen true beauty until you watch the sunset in Missoula. Vibrant shades of pinks and oranges create a symphony in the skies. Sunsets stretch for what seem like hours and yet seconds at the same time. Each one is brilliantly beautiful in its own way, and each one will take your breath away.
Missoula's nationally recognized farmer's market scene is about so much more than goods-- it is the gathering place of passionate people who put love, sweat, and tears into what they do each day. From the fields to the food truck, every vendor at the market represents the culmination of life and hard work and the beautiful community-centered place that is Missoula.
If love was a flavor, we are pretty sure it would be a locally brewed craft beverage sipped slowly on a hot summer's day in Montana. Montana celebrates the culture of craft at its numerous breweries, distilleries, wineries, and cidery. Taste for yourself and see the love poured in each pint.
The heart of Missoula is the river that runs through it, and it is impossible to fall in love with Missoula without also falling in love with the river itself. In the summer months, the Clark Fork flows freely, with the waters from the melted snow caps above cooling and nourishing those who play. The sound of the rushing water is the best love song we can imagine, and the ceaseless flow of the current is mirrored in the never-ending love felt for this spectacular place.
