Day Trip From Helena to Great Falls, Montana
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20 miles north of Helena, drive down to Gates of the Mountains, a historical site that is part of the Lewis and Clark National Historical Trail.
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In Cascade County, see Tower Rock State Park, a rock formation that's 424-feet high. It was a landmark for Native American tribes and other travelers.
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You can also hike at Tower Rock, but be careful and keep an eye out for rattlesnakes!
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In the same area, drive a bit along the Old U.S. 91 for some scenic shots by the railroad and the Missouri River.
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You'll also find the Hardy Bridge, which was featured in the Kevin Costner and Sean Connery film "The Untouchables."
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15 miles from Great Falls is First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park, one of the country's largest buffalo jump sites. Again, watch for rattlesnakes.
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You can hike to the bison jump or drive up to the upper access area. There is a prairie dog town up by the top! 😍 Check ahead of time for open hours.
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Their Visitor Center has educational information, exhibits, and a gift shop. Learn more about buffalo culture and the past.
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When you get to Great Falls, go to Giant Springs State Park, one of the country's largest freshwater springs.
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There are over 20 miles of trails and the park is simply gorgeous! The park is also supposed to be beautiful in the winter.
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Walk, bike, picnic, meditate, and more at Montana's most-visited state park.
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Find lots of other scenic overlooks in Great Falls, including Rainbow Dam, Black Eagle Falls, Crooked Falls, and more.
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Great Falls has some museums, including the C.M. Russell Museum. He is a famous artist who lived in Great Falls. See his art and other artists' works.
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You can walk through his home as well as his original artist's studio on the property. There is a great gift shop as well in the museum.
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Keep any eye out for the other unique things you can see in Great Falls, like the Milwaukee Road Depot Building pictured here.
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