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Izaak Walton Inn Offers Historical Lodging For Montana Retreat
September 23, 2014 | Leave a Comment
The Izaak Walton Inn is located on the south border of Glacier National Park. The retreat offers a wonderful experience for the family near Essex, MT. The business is family owned and provides a unique Swiss Style stay for visitors. The history of the inn is closely tied to the Great Northern Railway as well as Glacier National Park.
The Izaak Walton Inn was built in the 1900s to provide a place to stay for those working with the railroad. The inn also provided a place to stay for tourists who were arriving for Glacier National Park. The business is known as “The Inn Between” due to its midpoint between the east and west Glacier.
Although the inn offers deep history, it is also a popular place for unique mountain get aways for newlyweds, couples, and families. Historical lodge rooms are available as well as cabins, caboose lodges, and even locomotive housings.
Amenities of staying at Izaak Walton Inn include cozy rooms, wonderful hospitality, laundry facilities, daily room service, and use of onsite saunas. Walking and hiking trails are available nearby as well as picnic areas.
Have you visited Izaak Walton Inn? What was the most unique part of history seen? Would you recommend the inn to others? Please leave your comments on Big Sky Blog! Share your experience with others!
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