Visit Libby Montana To Get Away From It All

Living in Montana means living a quiet, pleasant life near (or in) nature. That being said, everyone needs a change of scenery from time to time, and Montana is full of beautiful small towns perfect for a refreshing getaway. And Libby is one that just might steal your heart.

Libby is located in Lincoln County in the northwest corner of the state. About 2,600 people call it home.

Jimmy Emerson, DVM / Flickr It’s an area that’s sometimes overlooked by the rest of Montana, so it doesn’t get as crowded as our more tourist-friendly areas.

Libby is a pretty quiet place, and that’s exactly how the locals like it.

Richard Bauer / Flickr You’ll find all the amenities you need here - great restaurants, shops, museums and parks - and not much else.

Treat yourself to a stay at the Bobtail Lodge Bed & Breakfast, a gorgeous retreat in the mountains.

Bobtail Lodge This family-owned property is charming and secluded, the perfect place to relax.

At the Libby Dam Visitor Center, you’ll get the facts on this impressive dam.

LightingBolts / TripAdvisor The Libby dam is a must-see when you’re in the area.

Stop by the Cabinet Mountain Brewing Co. on Mineral Avenue for some good food, great beer and (depending on the day) live music.

Cabinet Mountain Brewing Co Facebook Just because you’re getting away from it all doesn’t mean you can’t be a little social.

Enjoy a short, pleasant hike to Kootenai Falls, one of the most stunning natural wonders in the area.

Troy Smith / Flickr If you can brave it, a walk over the swinging bridge to Kootenai Falls is quite the adventure.

If you make it to the Libby Cafe, make sure to request the huckleberry flapjacks.

Ted P / Yelp Editor’s Note: Sadly, since the publication of this article, the Libby Cafe is closed.They’re phenomenal.

Libby is definitely a nice, peaceful place to visit for any Montanan who needs a change of pace. And if you’re looking to get away from it all permanently, try moving to one of these towns.

Jimmy Emerson, DVM / Flickr

It’s an area that’s sometimes overlooked by the rest of Montana, so it doesn’t get as crowded as our more tourist-friendly areas.

Richard Bauer / Flickr

You’ll find all the amenities you need here - great restaurants, shops, museums and parks - and not much else.

Bobtail Lodge

This family-owned property is charming and secluded, the perfect place to relax.

LightingBolts / TripAdvisor

The Libby dam is a must-see when you’re in the area.

Cabinet Mountain Brewing Co Facebook

Just because you’re getting away from it all doesn’t mean you can’t be a little social.

Troy Smith / Flickr

If you can brave it, a walk over the swinging bridge to Kootenai Falls is quite the adventure.

Ted P / Yelp

Editor’s Note: Sadly, since the publication of this article, the Libby Cafe is closed.They’re phenomenal.

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