Vacationing in Billings Montana

Seated at the edge of a massive wall of rimrocks, Billings has a unique panorama unlike anywhere else and is the perfect gateway to Yellowstone National Park, the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, Pictograph Cave State Park, nearby shopping and recreation areas.

Billings Activities

Established in 1872, Yellowstone was the world's first National Park, extending into Montana not far from Billings. Yellowstone National Park has many natural features that visitor's can enjoy, including Yellowstone River, geysers, hot springs, vegetation and wildlife.

The northwestern end of Yellowstone River crosses the National Park, where it forms Yellowstone Lake and the Grand Canyon, and empties into the Missouri River on its opposite side. It is an excellent river for water rafting, camping, and other outdoor activities.

Little Battlefield National Monument was originally established in 1879 as a cemetery that preserved the graves of soldiers that died in the battle of the Little Bighorn between the Sioux and Northern Cheyenne and the U.S. Army in 1876. Little Battlefield Park includes famous sites like Custer's Last Stand, Custer Hill, and Battle Ridge. For people with a historical interest, this is a piece of American History that can't be passed up. Little Battlefield National Monument is located east of Billings on I-90, near Hardin.

A few miles south of Billings, Pictograph Cave State Park contains 106 primitive paintings that were made by Indians in prehistoric times. These interesting scenic depictions are some of the oldest Native American art viewable in their natural settings, making this a unique opportunity to see some of the oldest art in the world.

Billings Shopping

At the largest city in the state of Montana, Billings provides many excellent shopping locations for those visiting.

For a place that has a little of everything, Rimrock Mall is the place to go. It has all the basic stores, including Scheels that offers everything needed for hunting, fishing, and camping, Barnes & Noble where you can buy a book so that you have a little relaxing reading to do as you enjoy the above activities.

Billings Restaurants

There are several different places to eat and enjoy your Billings vacation experience. The Granary Restaurant, located on Poly Dr., offers good food and atmosphere. McCormick Café, on Montana Ave, is a nice place to relax and take it easy and enjoy a light lunch. For something more substantial try Montana's Rib and Chop House, located on Majestic Lane, and you won't regret it.

Billings Hotels

There are many different hotels and motels in the Billings area. Dude Rancher Lodge (on 27th street), is just north of picturesque downtown Billings. Riverstone Billings Inn (located in the same area) is a great place to stay as well. These are just a few of the places that you can stay at, but there are many more. For more information on places to stay, feel free to look up Billings motels or hotel on the internet, and select the one you want from among the best rated on the list.

Regardless of the place (or places) that you choose to visit, you are sure to enjoy yourself and have an experience you will remember for a long time to come. So, start planning now, and get ready to see what Montana has to offer!

Billings Cultural Locations

Billings is also the home of many cultural sites, Museums, Art Galleries, and Historic sites. You can find the location of these sites on our Musuems and Art Galleries page.

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