This Weekend Road Trip Shows Off The Underrated Beauty Of Southeast Montana
By Jessica Wick|Published July 06, 2018
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Jessica Wick is a writer and travel enthusiast who loves exploring new places, meeting new people and, of course, beautiful Big Sky Country and every part of Washington State.
Montana is a vast state full of diverse beauty. But many of us tend to visit more of our well-known tourist destinations, like Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake. And while Western Montana is absolutely incredible, the southeastern portion of the Treasure State is a hidden gem that’s often overlooked.
If you’re not familiar with Southwest Montana, take this weekend road trip and check out a few of its highlights. You just might find yourself planning a return trip to explore even more.
Grab a coffee from City Brew, explore the charming downtown area, and have a burger at the historic Montana Bar if you have time. Miles City is one of Montana's remaining true Western towns.
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Next, head down to Crow Agency and spend your afternoon exploring the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument.
This somber place was the site of a blood battle between the U.S. Army and Lakota and Cheyenne warriors. It's now a place for reflection and learning about our local history, even the unpleasant parts.
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Drive a little further south and you'll find Rosebud Battlefield State Park, where The Battle of the Rosebud took place on June 17, 1876.
A harbinger to the Battle of Little Bighorn, this became known to the Northern Cheyenne as the spot Where the Girl Saved Her Brother. Despite its violent history, the area is quite beautiful and peaceful now.
If you want to spend your evening with the locals (highly recommended), have dinner and a cold beverage at the Powder River Stockman's Club, where you'll often find good live music and friendly folks.
Located just outside the town of Terry, the badlands offer wildlife viewing, rock collecting, photography, hiking, and camping.
There’s really no better way to explore our beautiful state than by road trip. Next, stock up on snacks, fill your car with gas, and check out our Natural Wonders Road Trip.
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