Missouri Breaks Montana

by Julia
(Iowa)

It's not a spot for casual vacationing, probably, since it's so unpopulated, but as far as natural beauty goes, I really like northern Montana for a vacation idea, specifically, the Missouri Breaks.

There are acres and acres of scrubland that just open up into this spectacular badlands. The rock formations are really breathtaking, especially around sunset and sunrise when they are illuminated in color, and they provide a great challenge for climbers.

I usually go out for a week at a time to camp (although you should plan ahead, since it is a protected area and they like you to have permits to camp there) and spend the time enjoying the wilderness.

It's astonishing, really, to get out there and see no one for days at a time, especially since most of us are used to development and civilization. It's nice to be reminded of the natural beauty that this continent holds.

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