GLACIER

 Foremost among the treasures of Glacier Country is the wealth of outdoor activities. It is a natural mecca for water lovers. With over 800 lakes and more than 5,000 stream miles, Glacier Country has enough wet stuff to whet anyone's appetite. Rafting, swimming, canoeing, windsurfing - nearly any type of watersport you can name is here in abundance. The famous Going-to-the Sun Highway takes you through lush stands of pine trees, jagged mountain peaks and endless blue sky. With warm Pacific breezes and the shelter of the Rocky Mountains, the climate stays quite comfortable year-round. Glacier Country has something to offer for every taste and style. But be forewarned: one visit, and you'll be hooked for life.

LAKE McDONALD, GLACIER NATIONAL PARK [1964]

The largest of over 250 lakes in the Park is 12 miles long, 1½ miles wide, and 400 feet deep and lies near the western entrance. Five prominent peaks in background are Vaught, Cannon, Brown, Edwards and Lincoln Peak. Since Glacier is essentially a wilderness Park and efforts are made to preserve its natural state, only a few roads penetrate the deep forests and canyons. However one of the main centers of activity conveniently accessible is the beautiful glacial Lake McDonald.

MONTANA STATE CAPITOL

 Helena is Montana’s Capital City and located between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park. Montana’s capital owes its name to the town Saint Helena in Minnesota. Helena was born in 1864 when prospectors known as the Four Georgians struck gold on their attempt at a place they called “Last Chance Gulch”, now Helena’s main street. Today, Helena thrives as an educational, commercial, recreational, cultural, and political center for the entire state of Montana.

On a gentle slope surrounded by 10 acres of spacious lawns and other state buildings, Montana's Capitol looks north over the beautiful Prickly Pear Valley. The building is constructed of sandstone and granite in Greek neoclassical architectural style. A statue depicting Liberty sits atop the copper dome. Montana’s Capitol was constructed in two phases - the original structure was completed in 1902 and wings were added in 1911–12.

Street Address: 225 North Roberts Helena, MT 59601

Website: http://visit-the-capitol.mt.gov