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Pictograph Cave State Park
The Pictograph Cave site was designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1964, because of its archeological significance. Today's visitors can enjoy a unique opportunity to explore the mystery of this extraordinary site and tour the new visitor center. Prehistoric hunters who camped in Pictograph Cave left behind artifacts and over 100 pictographs, or rock paintings. The oldest rock art in the cave is over 2,000 years old. Their interpretations are still subject to debate. The images of animals, warriors and even rifles tell a story that has lasted thousands of years. The park's three main caves - Pictograph, Middle, and Ghost cave - were home to generations of prehistoric hunters. The caves were carved from the Eagle sandstone cliff by the forces of water and wind. The first recorded discovery of artifacts and paintings in the caves was made in 1936. The park has a pleasant 3/4 loop trail to the caves, with interpretative displays along the route identifying and explaining the natural features, the prehistoric paintings and vegetation found in the area. Pictograph Cave is the deepest of the three main caves, at approximately 160 feet wide and 45 feet deep. Visitors are advised to bring binoculars to get a better view of the rock art. Allow at least an hour to enjoy the park, it's visitor center and trail. Also an excellent site for bird watching. There are picnic facilities available for day use only, but no camping is permitted. Seasons & Hours Summer Hours: Open Daily between the third Friday in May and the third Sunday in September - Park: 9 am - 7 pm - Visitor Center: 10 am - 5 pm Winter Hours: Open Wednesday - Sunday between the third Monday in September - third Thursday in May - Park: 9 am - 5 pm - Visitor Center: 10 am - 4 pm - Closed Monday & Tuesday, and Thanksgiving, Dec. 24, 25, 31 & Jan. 1 Restrictions and Closures See a current list of Restrictions and Closures on State Parks and other FWP lands that may be affected by floods, fire, drought or major maintenance activities. Park Rules Visit the State Parks Fees & Regulations page for park rules. Fees Montana Residents - Montana residents who pay the $9 state parks fee with their annual vehicle registration have no daily entrance fees to state parks. For residents who don't include this in their vehicle registration, non-resident day use fees apply. Nonresidents - Day use entrance fee with a vehicle: $8 - Day use entrance fee as a walk-in, bicycle or bus passenger: $4 - With a Nonresident Entrance Pass: Free Volunteer Contact the park manager for open volunteer positions at Pictograph Cave State Park. For complete position descriptions, application forms, and details about Montana State Parks volunteer programs, visit the Volunteers page.
Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
This area memorializes the US Army's 7th Cavalry, Crow, and Arikara scouts and the Lakotas, Cheyennes, and Arapaho in one of the American Indian's last armed efforts to preserve their way of life. Here on June 25 and 26 of 1876, 263 soldiers, including Lt. Col. George A. Custer and attached personnel of the US Army, died fighting several thousand Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors. Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument was first set aside as a National Cemetery, memorializing the soldiers of the 7th Cavalry Regiment who died in the 1876 battle. Over time, interpretation of the battle and the participants on both sides spurred the designation of a national monument in the 1940s. Today the National Park Service manages the site to protect its cultural and historic resources for future generations. Learn about the Indian Memorial, which commemorates the sacrifice of the Arikara, Apsaalooke (Crow), Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Oyate (Lakota Sioux) tribes in the Battle of the Little Bighorn as they fought to protect their values and traditional way of life. The theme of the memorial, "Peace Through Unity", carries the commemoration further by acknowledging the need for cooperation both among Indian tribes and between tribal governments and the federal government. It is the only memorial to the Native American experience mandated by Congress and constructed with federal funds. The park's 765 acres are situated between true grasslands and the shrub-steppe ecosystem of the intermountain west. This integration of habitat types allows more species to coexist in a very dynamic landscape. Consider taking a guided tour of the battlefield with Apsáalooke Tours, an Indigenous Crow tour operator.
Apsáalooke Tours
Apsáalooke Tours offers air-conditioned bus interpretive tours with Native American guides at Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument in Crow Agency. Tours run hourly from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets prices are $15 for adults; $12 for seniors/veterans; and $5 for children 12 years old and under. Private tours from one to two hours are available. Please schedule private tours three to five days in advance. Call or email for pricing. Apsaalooke Tours operate from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The Apsaalooke Tours is operated by the Crow Tribe. Crow Tribe of Indians Tourism: CrowTribeTourism.Info@crow-nsn.gov Call us at +1-406-679-3999
Crow Fair and Rodeo
August 13-18, 2025 Each year, the Apsáalooke people of the Crow Indian Reservation conduct one of the largest powwows in the country. Crow Fair and Rodeo attracts more than 50,000 spectators and participants from the around the world. There are many cultural activities that take place throughout the days of this great celebration, including: Grand-entry and parades showcasing traditional bead work, buckskin and leather work, all made especially for the purpose of showing the best each family has to offer. An Indian National Finals Rodeo (INFR) sanctioned rodeo, inviting the most talented Indian-Cowboys in the western United States. Pari-mutuel Horse Racing as well as the very popular Indian-Relay horse races. This shows the best in Indian horsemanship from throughout Indian country. "Dance-Through-Camp" or more commonly known as the "Parade Dance", based on the spiritual belief-ways of the Apsaalooke people and is meant as a prayer for good things for the people of our Crow Tribe, future camps, and the coming year. Message from the Montana Indeginous Tourism Alliance: > We the Apsaalooke Nation do cordially invite all of you to attend our annual celebration and we welcome you to become a part of our large and extended family. Crow Agency is located 60 miles south of Billings off of I-90.
Northern Cheyenne Chief's Powwow
The Northern Cheyenne Chief's Powwow, the annual Fourth of July Celebration, is the largest pow-wow held on the reservation. Activities to observe and participate in include fun runs and health walks. The Princess Contest (all princesses welcomed), Indian dancing contests in all categories, parades, and Grand Entries welcome visitors to a brilliant display of color and traditions. Gourd dancing is held daily. Traditional feasts of Native foods are always part of the festivities, and all drum groups, dancers, singers and vendors are encouraged to attend. Campsites at the Kenneth Beartusk Pow-wow Grounds, 3 miles south of Lame Deer are available and photography is welcomed.
Ok-A-Beh Marina
2025 Season: May 23rd - September 1st Nestled within the dramatic cliffs and deep blue waters of Big Horn Canyon, Ok-A-Beh Marina is a hidden gem of the Crow Nation and one of Montana’s best-kept secrets. The marina offers access to some of the most breathtaking scenery in the American West: a place where history, nature, and adventure meet. Operated with care by the Crow Tribe, Ok-A-Beh welcomes visitors to experience the awe of Big Horn Lake, whether by boat, kayak, or paddleboard. From Ok-A-Beh, explore miles of winding canyon walls towering up to 1,000 feet above the water. Fishing, swimming, and boating opportunities are abundant, with species like walleye and trout calling these waters home. For land explorers, the nearby trails and picnic areas offer stunning vistas, peaceful moments, and opportunities to connect deeply with the land's rich Indigenous heritage. Highlights Boat, kayak, and paddleboard rentals (seasonal) Excellent fishing opportunities Crystal-clear swimming areas Access to Big Horn Canyon National Recreation Area Rich Crow Nation cultural significance Stunning, uncrowded landscapes perfect for photography and reflection Visitng Ok-A-Beh Marina By visiting Ok-A-Beh Marina, you directly support the Crow Nation and help sustain Indigenous stewardship of sacred and historic lands. Your adventure also helps keep local traditions and economic opportunities thriving for future generations. Location Ok-A-Beh Road, Fort Smith, Montana (Approximately 12 miles from Fort Smith) Boat Rental Prices Full day: $500 Half day: $300 Hourly: $100 (if available) View Boat Rental Agreement Slip Rental $1,100.00: Outside $900.00: Inside $800.00: Crow Tribal Members (Inside/Outside) View Slip Rental Agreement Good to Know $5.00 fee per vehicle Restrooms and concessions available during peak season Limited cell service — come prepared! Respect the land and waters: Pack it in, pack it out.
Warrior Trail Jewelry & Gifts
Warrior Trail Jewelry & Gifts is a native women owned company selling Native Made and Montana Made products on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation.
Pirogue Island State Park
Visitors find this isolated, cottonwood-covered Yellowstone River island an excellent spot to view wildlife. You can envision the Corps of Discovery’s travel along the river, and hunt for moss agates. The park is a haven for a wide variety of bird species including passerines, belted king fishers, shore birds, waterfowl, bald eagles, and wildlife such as whitetail and mule deer. There are 2.8 miles of designated hiking trails. During hot weather, when the side channels aren't flowing, visitors can take a nice refreshing tree-shaded walk down the side channels punctuated with wading the remaining pools of water. Take care when crossing side channels. Crossing is not recommended if water is flowing. Seasons & Hours Open year-round, 7 am to 10 pm. Mid-August to early April is the best time to cross the channel and reach the island. Hours listed below are normal operating hours and may not apply when there is a special restriction or closure. Check Alerts and Closures below. Restrictions and Closures See a current list of Restrictions and Closures on State Parks and other FWP lands that may be affected by floods, fire, drought or major maintenance activities. Park Rules Visit the State Parks Fees & Regulations page for park rules. Fees Montana Residents Montana residents who pay the $9 state parks fee with their annual vehicle registration have no daily entrance fees to state parks. For residents who don't include this in their vehicle registration, non-resident day use fees apply. Nonresidents Day use entrance fee with a vehicle: $8 Day use entrance fee as a walk-in, bicycle or bus passenger: $4 * With a Nonresident Entrance Pass: Free Volunteer Contact the park manager for open volunteer positions at Pirogue Island State Park. For complete position descriptions, application forms, and details about Montana State Parks volunteer programs, visit the Volunteers page.
Tongue River Vineyard & Winery
Tongue River Winery, since 2010, has been making wines entirely from Montana fruit and grapes that grow here or CAN grow here. We use no West Coast (vinifera) grapes or non-hardy fruits, but great hybrid grapes and fascinating fruits. 3 acres of Hybrid grapes and hundreds of shrubs and trees make up Tongue River Vineyard. 20-30,000 pounds of fruit each year turns into 1000 cases or more of wine inside Tongue River Winery. Events and sales at the winery, at retail outlets and direct to you the customer are the way we share our “passion in a bottle” with you!
Yellowtail Market
Located at the entrance to Big Horn Canyon, Yellowtail Market is a small but vital convenience market on the Crow Reservation. Family-owned and operated, the market serves locals, anglers, boaters, and travelers alike with a warm welcome and essential supplies. Whether you’re heading out for a day on Big Horn Lake or simply passing through, Yellowtail Market is the perfect stop to stock up and support a Crow-owned business. At Yellowtail Market, you’ll find a little bit of everything: snacks, drinks, fishing gear, ice, camping supplies, and more. It’s a gathering place where visitors can hear local recommendations, learn a little about the history of the area, and feel a genuine sense of community. During the summer months, the market is especially lively as it becomes a go-to resource for travelers exploring the Big Horn Canyon National Recreation Area. Highlights Convenient location near Ok-A-Beh Marina and Big Horn Lake Essential supplies: food, drinks, fishing and camping gear Family-owned and operated by Crow Nation members Friendly local advice and tips for visiting the area Supports the local economy and Indigenous entrepreneurship Visiting Yellowtail Market Yellowtail Market is more than a convenience store — it’s a chance to connect with the spirit of the Crow Reservation and support Indigenous small business owners who help keep the local outdoor adventure economy alive. Location Near the junction of Ok-A-Beh Road and Yellowtail Dam Road, Fort Smith, Montana Hours (Seasonal) Open daily during the spring and summer seasons — hours may vary. Good to Know Cash recommended; limited card services Stock up before heading into Big Horn Canyon (few services beyond this point!) Respect local lands and communities during your visit
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