Downtown Lights, Missoula, Montana

"Downtown - where all the lights are bright...."
and it seems the moon has come to a lamp post resting place.

Pictured is a Christmastime evening view of the north end of downtown Missoula, Montana, including a snatch of the iconic red X Crossing sculpture and a smidgen of the old railroad depot.

River Viewpoint, Missoula, Montana

My sister recently asked me, on behalf of friends planning a first visit to Missoula, what people like to do in our town.
At the end of a busy day, pausing to drink in a calming river view seems to be at the top of more than just my list.

Missoula’s riverside trails pretty much fit the bill for whatever you’re looking for in an moderate Montana outdoor experience: stunning mountain views, the calming sounds of water, and accessible exercise.