Montana

After our peaceful stretch in Stanley, Idaho, we were eager to experience the northern Rockies. This week in Kalispell, Montana gave us a perfect base for exploring Glacier National Park while still having the conveniences of a mid-size town. We stayed at Big Creek Campground, tucked into the trees north of town and close to the river. The setting was serene, a mix of pine, water, and mountain air. Each night, the forest quieted to a stillness that made you feel miles from an

After weeks of quiet in Stanley, Idaho, we were ready for something different, a place that was still off the beaten path, quiet enough for our son's needs, but not quite so isolated. Seeley Lake, Montana gave us that. A small town tucked between mountain ranges, surrounded by lakes and thick forest, but with a community we could actually integrate into. We found a boondocking spot just off Placid Lake Road, close enough to town but still wrapped in pines and birdsong. The da