What’s a fascinating fact about Montana’s geography?

Montana, known as "Big Sky Country," boasts a jaw-dropping statistic: it’s home to more than 100 named mountain ranges and sub-ranges, making it one of the most mountainous states in the U.S. But what really stands out is that the state has only about 7 people per square mile on average, making it the third least densely populated state in the nation after Alaska and Wyoming.

This sparse population allows for Montana’s vast and varied landscapes—spanning the jagged peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the sweeping prairies of the eastern plains—to remain wonderfully pristine. It also means there’s plenty of room for adventure. From Glacier National Park’s dramatic Going-to-the-Sun Road to the lesser-known Bob Marshall Wilderness, Montana offers a mix of rugged beauty and solitude that’s hard to find anywhere else. It’s a place where the wild outnumbers the people, and the sky truly feels infinite.