Montana is a place of sprawling plains, towering mountains, sparkling water, and more outdoor experiences than one person would know what to do with. Panoramic views define this state, as do prominent places like Glacier National Park. All that being said, it’s an outstanding spot for some serious glamping, and quite a few spectacular tents await you, featuring luxe amenities, all within an environment that immerses guests in the outdoors. Up for glamorous camping? These Montana establishments are ready to stun.
Off-the-Grid A-frame Cabin at Hohnstead - Bonner
Get off-grid and out in nature with a stay at this tiny home in Montana. It is an Airbnb glamping rental that is pet-friendly and surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife. With your stay here, you’ll have many shared features, including a kitchen, outdoor shower, hot tub, and Wi-Fi. It’s a quaint and magical place where you can see the starry night skies and enjoy being in the mountains. You’ll find hammocks and handmade tables around the property, as well as hiking trails and a stream.
Treehouse with Private Deck in a Remote Location - Darby
Take your glamping game to the next level with a stay at this Montana treehouse. It accommodates two people and is in a remote winter wonderland location. You’ll have easy access to the Lost Trail Powder Mountain Ski Resort and all of the winter activities there. The treehouse is located on a 10-acre plot of land and gives you a bird’s eye view of the Bitterroot National Forest. The handcrafted treehouse overlooks the forest and is ideal for summer activities too, such as swimming, jet skiing, and kayaking on Painted Rocks Lake. There are natural hot springs nearby to go for a soak and excellent opportunities to get off the grid in a place without cell service or internet distractions.
Meadowlark Treehouse at Montana Treehouse Retreat - Columbia Falls
Is it still glamping if you’re in an upscale treehouse? We vote yes. Whole trees protrude through the multilevel retreat further intertwining families with nature while offering extreme comfort. Isn’t that what it’s all about? A stone’s throw from the stunning landscapes in Glacier National Park and Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort, adventure awaits. Full bathrooms, expansive decks and spiraling staircases scream high end, while you’re still right there at it all, from cross country ski trails to an abundance of woods to discover.
Northern Montana Yurt - Saint Regis
Built by a family who now serves as the hosts, the yurt has more wood within its construction, with metal accents that give it that rugged Montana feel. A skylight above the lower bed allows glimpses of the night sky above, which has been noted to feature great highlights of the Milky Way.
Beautiful Luxury Yurt Bordering on Flathead Lake - Somers
A yurt Airbnb worth considering for your Montana glamping trip is this two-bedroom, two-bathroom yurt for four people. It is located on a farm and down a private road on the northern end of Flathead Lake. You’ll be situated on a seven-foot platform and enjoy 360-degree views of the lake, valley, Glacier Park, and Swan Mountains. The interior is about 855 square feet in size, and there are a full kitchen, living area, and laundry machines inside. This yurt is heated in the winter and has lots of natural light. It also comes with fast Wi-Fi. There are other people living on this plot of land, but you’ll still have privacy during your stay.
Tent at Tiny Town Campground - Emigrant
If you love glamping, it doesn’t get much better than this tent near Yellowstone National Park. Two people can stay in this tent rental in the tiny town of Emigrant. On the property, there are five custom-designed A-frame cabins and four canvas wall tents. The rentals share a common bathhouse and kitchen. You can stay here for an affordable price and indulge your sense of adventure. Inside your individual tent, you’ll find a comfy queen-size bed, bug netting, heated mattress pad, space heater, and tower fan. Then head outside to spend time at the shared outdoor bar, picnic table, and fire pit.
Honey's Silo Retreat - Kalispell
Dome homes, such as this one, are fun to book on Airbnb when you’re looking for a Montana adventure. This dome is perfect for two guests and is on a 20-acre property in the country. You’ll be in a land surrounded by alfalfa and wheat fields that are filled with wildlife. It’s a 1950s grain silo that was converted into a cool vacation rental owned by a farmer. The grain bin is at the base of the Swan Mountain Range and has a unique interior style. The host will rent out cans of bear spray and inflatable paddleboards that you can use during your stay.
Unique Rustic and Renovated Barn in the Woods - Ravalli County
Available to rent on Vrbo, this is a barn glamping rental in Montana. It is a 2,500-square-foot barn that sleeps nine people and has one bedroom, five beds, and two bathrooms. When you stay here, you’ll have views of the Bitterroot Mountains and starry night skies. It is about 25 minutes from town and 10 minutes from trailheads for hiking. Inside the barn, you’ll find a studio apartment and converted barn loft that has a kitchen, pool table, popcorn maker, giant projector screen, and games.
Big Sky "Hive in the Sky" Quonset Hut - Gallatin Gateway
A Quonset hut is a semi-circular structure, and this one sits on a scenic portion of land near impeccable cross country skiing terrain. With electricity and a cooking stove, guests will be comfy. Two sets of bunk beds offer optimal sleeping space for four adults. Water jugs are available upon request.
Glacier Camping Wall Tent - Columbia Falls
Formerly a forest service tent, this cozy little shelter has little conveniences like a coffee pot, wood-burning stove and a fire pit to chill by at night. Lots of little extras are strewn about, and a metal-enclosed, open roof shower allows you to bathe amongst the tall pines, firs and birds. Glacier National Park is literally right there, so this lovely place is perfect as an adventurist’s homemade in the wilderness.
Antique Montana Sheepherder's Wagon - Belgrade
Sheepherders once lived in this antique wagon, and it’s so fitting that the wagon still resides on an old historic farm. Sheep are even grazing in the surrounding fields. With a hard top cover and plush bed, this is a wonderful place to hunker down when visiting Bozeman, which is minutes away.
The Resort at Paws Up - Greenough
Greenough is maybe a 30-minute drive from Missoula if you’re traveling slow—this working Montana ranch getaway offers some seriously breathtaking canopies that we have a hard time even classifying as a tent. Hence, we have the word “glamping”, for beautiful camping spots that feature electricity, comfy beds and lovely naturalistic design, like you’ll find at Paws Up. Whether you’d like to totally immerse in the relaxation of it all via, yoga, swimming and spa treatments, or if you’d rather go rugged, riding horses and driving cattle, you’ll be staying in some pretty nice digs amongst the stars.
