Montana is considered one of the best places in the country to catch the magical aurora borealis. On clear nights, the northern lights can transform the sky into a breathtaking canvas of swirling colors. Top Spots to See the Aurora Borealis in MontanaAurora Borealis Photo by Kush Dwivedi on Unsplash loading... Northern Lights Photo by Jonny Gios on Unsplash loading...Why the Northern Lights AppearThe aurora borealis is caused by charged particles from the sun colliding with Earth’s atmosphere. Top Spots to See the Northern Lights in Montana Looking for the best places to see the Aurora Borealis in Montana?