Montana is full of charming towns that are fun to explore — and the best part is, you’ll find something for everyone here. From our tourist-friendly destinations like Whitefish and Bozeman to our local treasures like Philipsburg, you’ll always have plenty of options for a weekend getaway. And if you ever happen to visit Choteau, it just might steal your heart.
Choteau is the definition of small town America, and that’s exactly the way the locals like it.
J. Stephen Conn / Flickr Less than 2,000 people call this picturesque place home.
Choteau is located in Teton County about 20 miles east of the Rocky Mountains.
J. Stephen Conn / Flickr For reference, it’s about 55 miles northwest of Great Falls.
This isn’t exactly a hot spot for tourism, but that doesn’t mean you won’t find plenty of fun things to do here.
Josh Schwartzman / Flickr Small shops, restaurants and museums line the town’s Main Avenue.
The Log Cabin Cafe is a gathering spot for locals, and it’s known for serving hearty breakfasts and homemade soups.
BeckyOp / TripAdvisor
If you go, visiting the Old Trail Museum is an absolute must.
Sheryl M / TripAdvisor Not only is it loaded with local history, but there’s an ice cream shop on the property.
The Stage Stop Inn is a great place to rest after a long day of hiking on the nearby trails.
Stage Stop Inn Facebook The rooms are cozy, the pool and jacuzzi are inviting, and you’ll be served a complimentary hot breakfast daily.
Choteau is a wonderful place to visit and an even better place to live.
Sam Beebe / Flickr David Letterman owns a ranch near the town, and in fact, he talked about how kind and generous the people are on his show.
Without a doubt, Choteau is one of the many Treasure State towns that will steal your heart.
J. Stephen Conn / Flickr
Less than 2,000 people call this picturesque place home.
For reference, it’s about 55 miles northwest of Great Falls.
Josh Schwartzman / Flickr
Small shops, restaurants and museums line the town’s Main Avenue.
BeckyOp / TripAdvisor
Sheryl M / TripAdvisor
Not only is it loaded with local history, but there’s an ice cream shop on the property.
Stage Stop Inn Facebook
The rooms are cozy, the pool and jacuzzi are inviting, and you’ll be served a complimentary hot breakfast daily.
Sam Beebe / Flickr
David Letterman owns a ranch near the town, and in fact, he talked about how kind and generous the people are on his show.
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