Moss Mountain Inn

06/25/2026

Osprey are a unique bird of prey (raptors) that rely mostly on fishing for sustenance. They migrate annually with the seasons, though some remain in the same area in warm climates, and can travel over over 160,000 miles in their 15-20 year lifespan. They have a unique foot structure with a reversible toe and barbed inner feet that allows them to grasp fish with two toes in front and two in back. They nest along water bodies on man-made and natural structures high in the air. Their eggs have a delayed hatch so that their first lay will hatch 5 days before their last. This does leave the youngest chick as the weakest and the first to perish in lean years.

We have quite a few nesting pairs in Montana and it is always a treat seeing them return to their nests and start diving for fish. They can often be seen scouting the rivers and lakes in the flathead valley and easy to spot with their white and brown mottled plumage. Keep a sharp eye out for these cool birds during your stay at Moss Mountain Inn while visiting Montana. (Audubon.org)

06/24/2026

“Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try!”
― Dr. Seuss

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06/23/2026

Columbine is a very special native flower to North America. This beautiful flower is complex in floral structure with of five sepals exposing five inner petals which then spur out in the back. They resemble doves around a fountain or hummingbirds and come in many different color variations of single to two tones. They are early bloomers offering vital nectar to long-tongued pollinators such as hummingbirds and sphinx moths. Some bees have adapted to reach the pollen in the spurs while other bees simply bite a hole in the pollen sack and rob the pollen without pollinating the plant.

Columbine has a very diverse growing climate from shaded forests to rocky slopes and high mountains to coastal environments. Their easy growing makes them special for reducing soil erosion and creating biodiversity in tough growing spots. It is also drought tolerant once established and self-seeds make it a great plant for dyer areas. There are some medicinal factors used by some Native tribes but it had to be specially prepared and in small doses due to the harmful alkaloid components in the plant. (plantnative.org) We are lucky to have a great diversity of columbine at Moss Mountain Inn. Some highlight our gardens while others embellish the forest floor in the native areas. We have pure white, pure purple, pure yellow, purple and white, pink and yellow, red and yellow, and so on. They add a very attractive component to our perennial gardens and are great for our hummingbirds as they set up territories, summer homes, and start their families.

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06/22/2026

Take a wander and learn something neat.

06/22/2026

Journey to the Sun: Documentary connects past and present of the iconic Glacier National Park road https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2026/jun/21/arlee-brothers-complete-sun-road-documentary-daily/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook

Two filmmaking brothers from Arlee have made a documentary on the Going-to-the-Sun Road, covering the early history of Glacier’s Indigenous peoples to the clearing and opening of the historic highway today.

06/22/2026

Check it out! You can now drive as well as hike and bike up the road.

The road is finally OPEN! This morning at 7am, NPS released a message letting us know it is completely accessible from West Glacier to St Mary. Enjoy the views and stay tuned for more news 🥳

06/18/2026

The perennial gardens are popping off big time this year. The heavy rainfall this spring has made it a year to remember for the beargrass, with puffy white flowers dotting the property at Moss Mountain Inn. We have butterflies, hummingbirds, and all kinds of birds visiting the vibrant florals and heavy conned trees. Now is the perfect time to enjoy natures jewels, soak up the sunshine, and relax in a beautiful Montana retreat.

06/18/2026

Grand Opening June 20th 2026
▪️Open 7 days a Week - 10am->5pm
▪️Located in the 2nd floor of the Kyiyo Mercantile