As the days get shorter and the leaves begin to change, it becomes evident that fall is right around the corner here in Montana.

In my opinion, fall in Montana is one of the prettiest seasons we have.

Especially if you can make it into the backcountry.

The color of the changing Aspen leaves painted against the dark green pine trees is breathtaking.

But when it comes to fall in Montana, there are a few things that you need to know!

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Fall Facts

• The official start of fall in Montana is on Sunday, September 22, at 6:44 AM.
• The earth's tilt and its orbit cause the seasonal shift.
• This seasonal shift is called the Autumnal Equinox.
• The word Equinox comes from the Latin word for Equal Night.
• The word fall is believed to derive from phases like the leaves are falling. Seems simple enough, right?
• Fall is the official halfway point between summer and winter.
• Leaves change color because chlorophyll production slows as the days get shorter and the temperatures drop.

Fall In Montana

• Leaf Peeping is a thing here in the Treasure State.
  • This is where people drive around and look at the leaves changing color.
  • Glacier National Park and the Bitterroot Valley are considered to have some of the best fall foliage areas in the nation.
• Big Game season kicks off.
  • Hunting in Montana could easily be classified as a holiday!
• Temperatures begin to fall, especially at night, so bundle up!

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