Winter in Montana is a beautiful thing (when we have one).

There are tons of different activities that folks partake in. Skiing, tubing, sledding, ice fishing, snowmobiling and more. Not to mention all of the indoor activities that take place during the winter months like high school and college basketball, hockey, and lots of other activities folks enjoy.

While winter isn't my favorite season, I do enjoy it. I love seeing the snow fall, across all of the Montana towns and cities. Speaking of Montana towns and cities, so many of them really are spectacular during the winter months, which is why it makes sense one popular publication is taking notice.

Country Living Magazine came out with a list of the 40 Prettiest Towns to Visit During Winter and it just so happens that two Montana towns made the list. However, before we check out which towns made the list, lets check out the best small towns in Montana.

The Best Small Towns In Montana

Montana is full of small towns; however, when it comes to the most charming, the most affordable, the safest, and the most scenic, which towns top the list? Let's take a look at 5 hidden gems that are located right here in Big Sky Country.

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Which Montana towns are the best for winter?

So, which two towns made the list for Prettiest Towns to Visit During Winter? First up is the city of Whitefish.

Whitefish is a popular town among locals and tourists. Not only is it hopping during winter, but its a popular destination in the summer as well. Located close to Glacier National Park, hundreds of thousands of tourists visit each year. Plus, Whitefish was also named "Friendliest Town in Montana".

What's the most popular town to visit in Montana for winter?

While Whitefish is listed towards the end of the list, towards the top of the list is another Montana town. It's also popular with tourists all year long. We're talking about the town of Bozeman. Not only is Bozeman home to one of the busiest airports in the Northwest, it's also a hop, skip, and a jump from Yellowstone National Park.

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