DISTINCTLY MONTANA MAGAZINE
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WINTER 2022-23
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U.S. Highway 89 from Browning to St. Mary surrounds you with
beauty regardless of the time of year, but especially on an early
January morning when the sun illuminates the mountains from
the east and wakes the wildlife along the way. There is even a herd
of wild horses that often emerges from the forest where they hide
from tourists in the summer. They gather along this route to warm
themselves on the black pavement in the morning sun.
Once you pass through St. Mary, take Highway 17 north of
Babb. It is usually plowed part of the way into the mountains.
At the end of this road and you will see beautiful snowcapped
views of Chief Mountain and its easily recognizable gray shale
peak as it emerges from the forest floor. Called Ninaistako by
the Siksika Nation, it is sacred to many First Nations peoples in
both the United States and Canada. Native people from all over
North America travel to this location to soak up the energy of
this place. You should too.
As you leave the area, consider taking Duck Lake Road (High-
way 464) east for more winter landscapes on your way back to
Browning. From there you can head south on U.S. Highway 89
back to Great Falls, enjoying the impressive views of the Bob
Marshall Wilderness along the way.
Hopefully you have been inspired to get out this winter sea-
son and explore Montana on your own. There are many beauti-
ful places to see regardless of the time of year. All you need is a
little extra planning and a desire to see the state in all its beauty
to make an unforgettable road trip of your own.
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