When the snow starts melting and the mountain passes open up, Montana becomes one of the best road trip states in the country. If you are based in or near Lewistown, you are sitting in the perfect launch point for some unforgettable spring drives.
Glacier National Park
About four hours northwest of Lewistown, Glacier is iconic for a reason. While Going-to-the-Sun Road typically does not fully open until late June, the lower elevation areas around Lake McDonald and the Two Medicine area are accessible by mid-spring. An SUV or crossover with AWD gives you confidence on the still-wet mountain roads. Browse our AWD and 4WD inventory to find the right vehicle for the trip.
Missouri River Breaks
Just north of Lewistown, the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument offers some of the most remote and beautiful scenery in Montana. Spring is ideal before the summer heat sets in. A truck with decent ground clearance is your best bet for the gravel access roads. Check out our truck selection.
Yellowstone National Park
About three and a half hours south through beautiful ranch country, Yellowstone in spring means fewer crowds, active wildlife, and the chance to see baby bison. The park roads are well-maintained, so any reliable vehicle will do, but having all-wheel drive gives you extra peace of mind if a late-season storm rolls through.
Flathead Lake and the Swan Valley
Head northwest toward Polson and you will hit the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. The Swan Valley drive along Highway 83 is one of Montana's most scenic routes. A comfortable SUV makes this a great family day trip.
The Beartooth Highway
If you time it right (typically late May), the Beartooth Highway between Red Lodge and Cooke City is one of the most spectacular drives in America. Switchbacks climb above 10,000 feet with panoramic views of snow-capped peaks. This drive demands a vehicle you trust completely.
Which Vehicle Should You Take?
For Montana spring road trips, we recommend vehicles with AWD or 4WD, good ground clearance, and enough cargo space for gear. Our AWD and 4WD inventory has options across every budget. If you are looking for something fuel-efficient for longer highway drives, check out our full inventory and filter by fuel type.
Ready to hit the road? Contact us or call (406) 538-4014 to schedule a test drive.
