The Best Ice Cream Shops in Montana for Summer 2026

With warm temperatures in the forecast for much of Montana, it's time to start thinking about different ways to stay cool. One of the best ways is to head to the local ice cream shop and grab a couple of scoops or a cone.

Montana is home to several locally owned businesses that specialize in making delicious ice cream, perfect for beating the summer heat.

According to a new survey from Cheapsim about The Best Ice Cream in Every State, Sweet Peaks Ice Cream was named the best ice cream shop in Big Sky Country. Sweet Peaks has locations in Missoula, Bozeman, Kalispell, and Whitefish.

Big Dipper Ice Cream is another popular option if you're in the Missoula area. It has a reputation for being one of the best shops in the state.

Wilcoxson's has been made in Montana since 1912 and is available at most grocery stores. I highly recommend their huckleberry ice cream.

Genuine Ice Cream in Bozeman offers a variety of unique flavors and is available at several businesses and stores throughout Montana.

If you're heading to Glacier National Park, make sure to stop by Clydesdale Creamery in Whitefish for a sweet treat. It is one of the most popular ice cream shops in the Flathead Valley.

If you want to experience an ice cream shop unlike anything else in Montana, Michoacan A Pedir De Boca in Bozeman offers delicious Mexican-Style ice cream in a variety of flavors.

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