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The Bitterroot Valley is more than a speck on the map of northwestern Montana. This picturesque Valley is one of the most upcoming tourist spots, owing to its natural beauty and wildlife. Probably why Hamilton, one of the major communities in the Bitterroot Valley has witnessed booming growth over the past decade. Other communities in Bitterroot Valley include Darby, Florence, Sula and Stevensville. Each community has its own unique contribution to the history and traditions of the Valley. The lush landscape is surrounded by the rustic mountain ranges of Bitterroots in the West, the Sapphires in the East.
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Tourism has given a new surge of growth to the Valley, with agriculture, farming and ranching being the other industries. The gentle beauty of the Bitterroot Valley can best be experienced through the hundreds of trails that run across the same, with each trail running down to a waterfall, creek or a river. This region is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. One of the important tourist attractions is the Bitterroot National Forest, an area of 1.6 million acre of virgin forest and wilderness, which hosts many endangered species of plants and birds.
Some of the major recreational activities are long treks, ranging from those for amateurs to experts, Llama treks, hiking, fishing, especially trout fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing. The region boasts of some of the best golf courses. Hamilton, the seat of commerce and trade, is also known for its festivals, that draws huge crowds every year. Once home to the native Salish tribes of Flathead nation, the Bitterroot Valley has played important role in the American history.
For the visitor, Bitterroot Valley provides ample number of choices with regard to the places of stay. From bed and breakfast to RV Parks, from lodges to rentals, Bitterroot Valley ensures a pleasant and memorable trip for you and your family.
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