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Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · Missoula

Montana Parks Shatter Records with 3.1M Visitors in Tourism Surge

Montana's state parks welcomed a record 3.1 million visitors in 2023, fueling a statewide tourism boom projected to intensify in 2026. Glacier National Park leads the charge with soaring bookings and historic crowds, pumping billions into local economies from Kalispell to Billings. As airports expand to meet demand, officials warn of overtourism strains on cherished landscapes.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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