Top Ten Adventures to Spring into Helena
Start the morning off right by popping by any of our fab coffee shops or mix it up with a cup of hot broth from The Union. Then get lost in our Audio Tour and stroll through the streets and history of Montana’s Hometown. Ran out of coffee? We didn’t run out of coffee shops. Make it a coffee or tea tasting tour too! Bonus points if you swing by a bakery!
Grab your bike, swing by Prickly Pear Land Trust for a trail map and hit the many adventurous trails Helena has to offer! Pick up an easy lunch at The Hopper, go for round 2 (or 3) and cool off afterwards with one of the many great beers at Blackfoot River Brewing CO.
For the adventurers, consider the Helena Ridge Challenge! Whether you prefer hiking, biking, or running, the Helena Ridge Challenge is your chance to conquer all five of Helena’s iconic ridges: Eddye McClure, Mt. Ascension, Rodney Ridge, Wakina Sky, and Mt. Helena.
Feeling thirsty? Go take a flight! Well, a wine flight. Soak up these warmer afternoons on the patio at The Hawthorn by ordering one of their curated selections of wines. Nothing like traveling the world from the comfort of being in Helena. Feeling something sweeter? There are some awesome wine slushies on the menu.
Saturday Mornings are for visiting the Farmer’s Market! With many amazing food trucks and fresh produce, there are many things to see, touch and taste. Afterwards, live like a local and explore Last Chance Walking Mall. Window shop and explore the vibe of our town. Need a bite to eat after all that strolling? Grab breakfast at Nosh or No Sweat or a sweet pastry at Dear Potato.
Does excitement strike you at night? There are plenty of fun spring evening activities at many of our Helena breweries and bars. You can find karaoke at the Western Bar and Rialto. Trivia nights at Mt Ascension Brewing, bingo nights at Lewis and Clark Brewery, as well as Music Bingo at multiple locations, including Copper Furrow.
Need a break from the everyday to stretch, move, and be mindful. Primrose has your cupping and acupuncture needs, Broadwater Hot Springs for soaking up the warmth (and cold plunges), Loft Helena at Ten Mile Creek Brewery on Sundays for Downdogs and Draughts, and peaceful walks at Centennial Park and Tenmile Creek Park.
For those who are looking to be inspired. Start the morning off by visiting the grounds, studios and galleries out at The Archie Bray Foundation. Swing by Sunflower Bakery for a treat before heading over to The Holter Museum for various art exhibitions. Need to get your hands dirty or moving? Check out O’Merta Arts and Painted Pot. For the evening, grab a bite at On Broadway and stroll on up to the Myrna Loy to catch an independent film or live performance. Prefer a theatre instead? Have a burger at Old Salt Outpost and then make your way up to Grandstreet Theatre.
Looking for a little adventure and mystery? Try your hand at Geocaching! There are 795 geocaches around the Helena area and we encourage you to try and find them all. There is no better way to dive deep and find the hidden gems of a city. Helena was built on a treasure hunt, so let’s keep the spirit alive.
Looking for a way to get out with the kids? Helena has a multitude of kid and family friendly activities. If you are looking for an immersive educational experience head on over to Exploration Works! This hands-on science museum lets children, and adults, become scientists. There’s no worrying about making sure hands stay in pockets! Montana WILD is another immersive educational experience. They have over 100 wildlife mounts and a native fish aquarium. It’s an amazing opportunity to explore and learn about the wildlife before heading out to explore!