Hotels

From massive log lodges to historic bed-and-breakfasts to chain hotels, you’ll find the range of lodging options here that you’d expect from a region that makes a business of catering to tourists. Many historic lodges and cabins do not offer air-conditioning, but in general you won’t miss it, since summers here are never humid and temperatures rarely reach 90ºF and can get downright cold at night. During ski season and the summer vacation months, reservations are necessary. Some hotels are open only in summer and early fall.

Camping

Campgrounds across the region vary from no-services, remote state or federal campsites, to upscale commercial operations. Forest service cabins and former fire towers are also great alternatives. During July and August it’s best to reserve a camp spot. Ask locally about bears, and whether food must be stored inside a hard-sided vehicle or a bear-proof cooler (not a tent). Avoid leaving pets alone at campgrounds because of wildlife confrontations, and because it’s against the rules at most campgrounds. The easiest way to locate and reserve campsites, cabins, and fire towers is through Reserve America www.reserveamerica.com.