Here Are The 13 Weirdest Places You Can Possibly Go In Montana
With a state the size of Montana, there are bound to be some oddities. From utterly strange museums to a real-life vortex, our state has its share of out-of-the-ordinary places to visit. But being weird isn’t always a bad thing, and we happen to think these weirdest places in Montana are a lot of fun. We think you’ll agree when you check out the following unique places to visit in Montana:
Montana Vortex and House of Mystery, 7800 U.S, Hwy 2 E, Columbia Falls, MT 59912, USA
The laws of physics don't apply at this bizarre spot in Montana. The Montana Vortex is a true gravitational anomaly! Pass through the Portal, feel the energy of the vortex, and see your aura… or at least have a good time. This place is weird for words... and, apparently, the laws of physics!
Dumas Brothel, 45 E Mercury St, Butte, MT 59701, USA
Montana’s longest-lived house of prostitution was in business until 1982 and is now a museum. Whether or not you agree with the lifestyle, this is a great place to visit if you enjoy learning about local history. The Dumas Brothel has even been featured on "The Dead Files" on the Travel Channel!
Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park, 25 Lewis & Clark Caverns Road, Whitehall, MT 59759, USA
When you think of Montana, you probably think of tall mountains. However, at Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park, the main attraction is below ground. One of the largest limestone caves in the northwest United States, the Lewis and Clark Caverns are named as such because the famous Lewis and Clark expedition camped within sight of the caverns in 1805. The 3,000-acre park features not just cave tours, but beautiful scenery and a campground, as well. The limestone caverns are amazing to see, but they are certainly one of our oddities. You'll find the Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park located at 25 Lewis & Clark Caverns Road, Whitehall, MT, 59759.
Clinton, MT 59825, USA
The fried bull testicles aren’t the weirdest part of this annual festival. It’s the parade of colorful characters that show up dressed in costumes … or not dressed at all. The Testy Festy is held in August every year and it’s a blast. Ryegate also has a Testicle Festival in June that includes a fun evening street dance.
Al’s Bootery & Repair Shop, 1820 1st Ave N, Billings, MT 59101, USA
Stop by Al’s Bootery in Billings and you’ll see the size 32 shoe that belonged to Robert P. Wadlow, the world’s largest man. When he died at the age of 22, he was 8’11” and weighed 489 pounds.
Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art, 1400 1st Ave N, Great Falls, MT 59401, USA
Self-taught artist Lee Steen spent 30 years carving these “tree people” from cottonwood branches. If you’re in the Great Falls area, you can see the tree people at the Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art on 1st Avenue North, Great Falls, MT, 59401.
Massa Home Center, 1600 N 1st St, Hamilton, MT 59840, USA
Your home is your castle at Massa Home Center, a castle-shaped hardware store in downtown Hamilton, Montana. We’re not sure why a castle theme was chosen, but we’re not complaining.
Bale Road, Bale Rd, Lolo, MT 59847, USA
Every September since 1990, Montanans have gathered to sculpt creative things out of hay. Their works are displayed for 22 miles between Hobson and Windham, otherwise known as the Montana Bale Trail.
Martin City, MT 59926, USA
There's nothing quite like Barstool Ski Races in Montana. The races are part of the Cabin Fever Days festival in Martin City in February, and they are quite a sight to behold.
Pompeys Pillar, MT 59064, USA
Graffiti, but make it old-school. Did you know that the last physical evidence of the Lewis and Clark Trail is this autograph etched into a giant rock? This pillar is a little piece of our earliest history. It's full of Native American petroglyphs as well as the signature of William Clark who traversed through what is now known as the state of Montana during the now historic Lewis and Clark Expedition. You can pay a visit to this Pompey's Pillar over in Worden; it truly is one of the most unique places in Montana!
O'Fallon Historical Museum, 101 W State St, O'Fallon, IL 62269, USA
Steer Montana, the world’s largest steer, calls the O’Fallon Historical Museum home in Baker, Montana, home. He weighed 3,980 pounds at 5’9” tall.
Sip 'n Dip Lounge, 17 7th St S, Great Falls, MT 59401, USA
Mermaids in the middle of Montana? Upon entering Sip ‘n Dip Lounge, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to another world. Along with the classic decor, it’ll be hard not to spend most of your time watching the mermaids splash around from behind the bar. So, when you’re ready to start your fun evening at this strange destination, head to 17 7th Street South in Great Falls. Pay a visit, and you'll undoubtedly agree that The Sip 'n Lounge is weird in all the right ways!
American Computer & Robotics Museum, 2023 Stadium Dr #1A, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
From the first televisions to the ways we’ve imagined our technological future, you’ll see it all at the 13. The American Computer & Robotics Museum in Bozeman.
Well, what do you think? Are these not some of the most unique places to visit in Montana?!? What are the oddest or most bizarre places you’ve visited in Montana? Share your favorite bizarre destinations in the Treasure State in the comments … we love hearing from you and are always up for a walk on the wild and weird side.
Address: Montana Vortex and House of Mystery, 7800 U.S, Hwy 2 E, Columbia Falls, MT 59912, USA
Address: Dumas Brothel, 45 E Mercury St, Butte, MT 59701, USA
Address: Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park, 25 Lewis & Clark Caverns Road, Whitehall, MT 59759, USA
Address: Clinton, MT 59825, USA
Address: Al’s Bootery & Repair Shop, 1820 1st Ave N, Billings, MT 59101, USA
Address: Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art, 1400 1st Ave N, Great Falls, MT 59401, USA
Address: Massa Home Center, 1600 N 1st St, Hamilton, MT 59840, USA
Address: Bale Road, Bale Rd, Lolo, MT 59847, USA
Address: Martin City, MT 59926, USA
Address: O'Fallon Historical Museum, 101 W State St, O'Fallon, IL 62269, USA
Address: Sip 'n Dip Lounge, 17 7th St S, Great Falls, MT 59401, USA
Address: American Computer & Robotics Museum, 2023 Stadium Dr #1A, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
Address: Pompeys Pillar, MT 59064, USA
Unique places to visit in Montana
July 11, 2022
What are the weirdest places to visit in Montana?
If you’re into exploring the weird and wonderful of the Treasure State, you’ll want to check out this amazing road trip we put together that visits the quirkiest roadside attractions in Montana. From Miracle of America Museum, a place that’s home to some super-cool flying saucers and space oddities, to the 50,000 Silver Dollar Bar, a massive silver dollar collection and the one-of-a-kind gift shop in Haugan, you’ll get to visit some of the Treasure State’s most marvelous and unique places on this epic road trip!
Address: Montana Vortex and House of Mystery, 7800 U.S, Hwy 2 E, Columbia Falls, MT 59912, USA
Address: Dumas Brothel, 45 E Mercury St, Butte, MT 59701, USA
Address: Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park, 25 Lewis & Clark Caverns Road, Whitehall, MT 59759, USA
Address: Clinton, MT 59825, USA
Address: Al’s Bootery & Repair Shop, 1820 1st Ave N, Billings, MT 59101, USA
Address: Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art, 1400 1st Ave N, Great Falls, MT 59401, USA
Address: Massa Home Center, 1600 N 1st St, Hamilton, MT 59840, USA
Address: Bale Road, Bale Rd, Lolo, MT 59847, USA
Address: Martin City, MT 59926, USA
Address: O'Fallon Historical Museum, 101 W State St, O'Fallon, IL 62269, USA
Address: Sip 'n Dip Lounge, 17 7th St S, Great Falls, MT 59401, USA
Address: American Computer & Robotics Museum, 2023 Stadium Dr #1A, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
Address: Pompeys Pillar, MT 59064, USA
