Planning a trip to Montana this summer. Will probably be driving across the state, basically from Southeast to Northwest but exact route can be pretty flexible. A friend and I will be hiring a guide for a day of float fishing once we get to the Northwest part of the state. However, will spend a few days and nights getting there.

Anyone have any suggestions as to specific places for a couple of 2 or 3 hour unguided "outtings" to stop at on our way? Maybe some places where we might stop for the night and get in a couple hours of fishing before bed time or some places where we can stop when we just need a break from driving for a couple of hours during the day.

Thanks.