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Southeast Montana

Badlands | Rodeos | Dinosaurs Out here, big sky meets big adventure. It's the kind of place to slow down and fall in love with Montana.

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Why go

Badlands | Rodeos | Dinosaurs Out here, big sky meets big adventure. It's the kind of place to slow down and fall in love with Montana.

Best time to visit

Summer, Winter

How long to spend

1 week

Getting there

Start from Garryowen, Hardin, Crow Agency, Billings and connect your route through regional highways and state roads.

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Things to do

7TH Ranch Historical Tours

Next to Custer's Little Bighorn Battlefield in southeast Montana- we're top rated 9, 10*, & 10 by Good Sam with excellent reviews and a Trip Advisor Certificate...

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Outlaws Cafe & Casino

Outlaws Cafe & Casino; a high-rated restaurant in Southeastern Montana featuring a casino, arcade and movie theatre for Classic movies on weekends. Located betw...

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Indian Battle Tours

Indian Battle Tours tour battle of the Little Big Horn in the comfort of your vehicle using a ride-along guide. Step-On guide services available for charters as...

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Elk River Outfitters, Billings

We offer guided horseback riding. People often tell us it's the highlight of their vacation.

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The Grand Escape Room

THE GRAND ESCAPE ROOM is a real-life escape game created for small groups of people. Your common goal is to escape from the themed room in under 60 minutes by f...

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Canyon Creek Brewing

This is Billing’s newest brewery & tap room. It is the first one built new, from the ground up. Our brewer is an experienced home brewer, and has been brewing h...

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Forsyth Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture

On the banks of the Yellowstone River and the Lewis and Clark Trail, Forsyth offers area history at the Pioneer Museum (356-7547) and the Rosebud County Courtho...

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Two Leggins Outfitters

Two Leggins Outfitters is your opportunity to CAST and BLAST with fishing on the Big Horn River and all hunts are on private lease property; lodge. We offer bot...

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Pizza Hut

Try the Pizza Hut Italian Lunch Buffet weekdays from 11:30am to 1:00pm. The All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet includes a variety of pizzas, a fresh salad bar, pasta,...

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Events in this region

Langhorne Slim The Dreamin’ Kind Tour

Americana singer-songwriter Langhorne Slim is bringing The Dreamin’ Kind Tour to Montana in 2026 — performing at the Top Hat in Missoula on April 28th and The ELM in Bozeman on Apr...

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Tech N9ne & E-40 With King Iso

Hip-hop powerhouses Tech N9ne and E-40 are bringing the Strange Wid' It Tour to The Wilma in Missoula on April 28, 2026 with support from King Iso. A trailblazer of independent hip...

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Status and Threats to Grizzly Bear Recovery Lecture

Join the Shining Mountains Chapter of Wild Montana and Xplorer Maps as they host Chris Servheen for a Cartography Comes Alive Lecture.

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Downtown on Tap

Downtown on Tap is a casual after-hours networking series that brings our downtown community together over drinks, conversation, and connection. Each event is hosted at a different...

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The Cutoff - Documentary Film

Set during Arizona’s Cocodona 250 mile trail race, The Cutoff follows underdog and back-of-the-pack runners battling exhaustion, injury, and doubt as they race against time to reac...

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Langhorne Slim The Dreamin’ Kind Tour

Americana singer-songwriter Langhorne Slim is bringing The Dreamin’ Kind Tour to Montana in 2026 — performing at the Top Hat in Missoula on April 28th and The ELM in Bozeman on Apr...

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Where to stay and partner referrals

Dude Rancher Lodge

Make your visit to Billings a special occasion with a stay at the Dude Rancher Lodge. The Dude Rancher is a unique blend of modern comforts with the rich wester...

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Whitetail Cabin

Welcome to Whitetail Cabin! This cabin is a registered historic site and once was used as a ranger station for the Whitetail Reserve in the early 1900's. It was...

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Routes

Spooky Sights & Big Sky Frights

As the days grow shorter and the Halloween season approaches, history lovers and families alike begin searching for their next spooky adventure. Turn away from haunted houses this...

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Warrior Trail Highway

This history-packed trip starts in Billings and travels across Southeast Montana to showcase some of the best Native American warrior history of the Great Plains. Hear tales of tri...

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Three Day Snow and Ice Adventure in Southeast

Kick off your Eastern Montana adventures on Fort Peck Lake for a day of ice fishing. Clint, the owner of Hell Creek Marina, will get you on the fish — trophy lake trout, walleye an...

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Four Days of Winter Experiences

On this four-day sampler of Montana winter fun, somewhere among the exhilarating snowmobiling and downhill skiing, the cozy cabins and hot springs and the one-of-a-kind sights and...

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The Hottest Natural Springs

When visiting Montana, it can be easy to jam-pack your trip with non-stop adventure. Hiking through Glacier! Staying up all night stargazing! It's all worth doing, but it's also im...

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Four Day Warm and Cozy in Southwest

Norris Hot Springs > Butte > Anaconda > Jackson Hot Springs + Elkhorn Hot SpringsYou can’t get more Montana than this winter getaway featuring snowshoeing, Nordic skiing and small-...

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Freezout Lake

Each spring, hundreds of thousands of snow geese, tundra swans and other waterfowl fly from the southwestern United States on their migratory journey north. Along the way, these bi...

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Accessibility and responsible travel

Responsible travel notes

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Preparedness

Preparedness notes for this region

Make preparedness part of your trip plan: weather, roads, fire, access, safety, and respectful travel protocols.

Weather and Seasonality

Pack for rapid weather changes and elevation swings, even in summer.

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Road Conditions and Winter Driving

Check closures, chain requirements, and active construction before driving.

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Fire Awareness

Review current fire restrictions and air quality before outdoor plans.

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Wildlife Safety

Carry bear spray where recommended, keep distance from wildlife, and follow posted guidance.

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Park Access and Reservation Reminders

Check park access requirements, timed-entry reservations, and shuttle updates before your trip.

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Winter Driving

Monitor road cameras, weather alerts, and traction requirements before mountain travel in winter.

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Responsible Recreation

Follow Leave No Trace practices, respect closures, and recreate responsibly on public and private lands.

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Respectful Travel in Indian Country

Learn protocols, local context, and cultural guidance before visiting tribal nations.

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Accessibility Planning

Confirm accessibility details with lodging, attractions, and event hosts before arrival.

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