Great Falls KOA

The Great Outdoors

There is nothing like trekking through the vast wilderness in search of natural beauty, and few places are better for it than the great state of Montana. Places like Giant Springs State Park can be very rewarding to visit when you rent an RV near Great Falls KOA. This fantastic park is situated on the fringes of Great Falls, right next to one of the largest freshwater springs in the world. You can go hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, bird watching, or picnicking at this pet-friendly recreation area.Not far from town is the sprawling Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest to the south. This two-million-acre wonderland has been home to indigenous tribes for millennia, with lots of archaeological sites scattered throughout. There are nine mountain ranges, two ski areas, 29 campgrounds, and 1,500 miles of hiking trails weaving through the woods in this exceptional place, so bringing your campervan rental for a visit is an excellent idea.Up in the north of the state near the Canadian border, Glacier National Park makes its presence known. This legendary park is one of the most impressive in the country, with stunning mountains, dazzling lakes, and lots of strange geological features carved out by the park’s receding glaciers. The park is packed with wildlife of all shapes and sizes, with historical and natural landmarks intermittently scattered throughout. Towering glaciers, hotel chalets, rustic campgrounds, and scenic vistas make this a can’t-miss stop on your Great Falls RV rental journey.

Exploring the City

The major city of Helena is located less than two hours’ drive to the south, but Great Falls should have everything you need and more. This peaceful place is home to a rapidly growing tourism sector, with wilderness adventure companies, great restaurants, taverns, breweries, shops, and more. The C.M. Russell Museum is a truly magnificent place in town where you can learn about the local native population and the many cultures that existed in North America before the Europeans arrived. There are lots of artifacts and pieces of art attributed to the great Charles Russell, a Native American artist from Montana. There are other pieces of art in the museum belonging to other artists too.The Children’s Museum of Montana is perfect for young children, where they can learn from hands-on exhibits about the marvels of the natural world. Nature, climates, scientific experiments, and natural phenomena are all covered at this fun kid-friendly museum.The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center is great for history lovers, particularly those who are fascinated by the grand expedition created by Thomas Jefferson to map out the Louisiana Purchase. The museum recounts the harrowing details of the trip through treacherous lands and untamed wilderness areas. Sacagawea is a main focus of the center too, as she was an instrumental part of the journey, helping to navigate and translate for the explorers.