Summer in Missoula has its own rhythm—lazy afternoons by the river, music bouncing vibrantly off every corner of the city, and trails that seem to beckon you on another adventure. And as the season winds down, there’s still time to soak it all up before fall settles in Missoula. Summer in western Montana is more special by how fleeting it is, so grab your sandals, your friends, and your sense of adventure and get to summer-ing before it’s too late! Here’s your end-of-summer checklist for making the most of Missoula during this special season.
Whether it’s the Clark Fork, Bitterroot, or Blackfoot, nothing says summer in Missoula like a lazy float in Missoula. Pack a cooler, grab your tube, and let the current do the work, and remember to pack out what you pack in and leave our rivers better than you found them.
From local bands jamming at Out To Lunch or Downtown ToNight in Caras Park and tunes drifting from brewery patios to sold-out headlining concerts and festivals, there’s still plenty of live music happening outside. Catch and show and let the soundtrack of summer in Missoula play on
Nothing says “patio weather” like summertime in Missoula. Whether you are sipping a local craft beer or sider, a glass or wine, or a specialty cocktail, linger a little longer and enjoy the rays of joy courtesy of the warm summer sun.
We’ve all heard the phrase “the mountains are calling,” but it is especially true during summers in Missoula. Whether you’re chasing a sunrise on the “M” Trail or wandering through the Rattlesnake, late summer brings golden glows and vibrant views that make every hike feel like a postcard.
Baseball under a big Montana sky? Yes, please. You can’t go wrong when you choose to catch a PaddleHeads game before the season wraps. A ballpark with a hotdog in hand while you root for the home team is summer nostalgia in real time, so don’t sit this one out!
Fresh produce, gorgeous flowers, baked delights, and handmade goods… we think you get the picture. It’s peak season for the Missoula farmers markets (and peak season for peaches, tomatoes, and sweet corn… again, we think you get the picture). There is a reason our market scene is nationally recognized–Missoula summer flavors are the best.
Treat yourself to a mid-day lunch date with friends or coworkers and soak up the vibrancy of Caras Park at Out To Lunch. Enjoy live music and delicious food truck options at this downtown Missoula summer classic on Tuesdays.
There’s no better way to close out a Missoula summer day than watching the sky turn pink and gold over the Clark Fork. Soak up those rays and enjoy the beauty of Missoula in the summertime.
