Address: I-90 Frontage Rd, Crow Agency, MT 59022, USA
Phone: +14066382621
Sunday: 8AM–6PM
Monday: 8AM–6PM
Tuesday: 8AM–6PM
Wednesday: 8AM–6PM
Thursday: 8AM–6PM
Friday: 8AM–6PM
Saturday: 8AM–6PM
JT
This is a significant battle in our history of the United States. I definitely recommend doing a little research on the battle before visiting the site to fully appreciate this sacred place. I was quite surprised that it cost $25 to visit this “public monument”. I guess the park system isn’t immune to greed. Lastly I was also bummed that masks were required to enter the visitors center. In my 3,000 miles of vacation I wasn’t once asked or mandated to wear a mask and was caught off guard. When I first arrived I was taken aback by all the graves next to the parking lot. Then I realized that these graves were not part of the Battle of Little Bighorn. All of those were up the hill a little ways. I was fortunate enough to catch the last half of one of the rangers depicting the battle on these grounds. After the speech we walked to the top of the hill where there was a smaller group of graves surrounded by a low fence. Luck was on my side and I caught a man dressed up in a reenactment uniform. He was the lead of a group men in the military because they arrived in government vans dressed in camo. The guy dressed up in a calvary uniform told the story from the view of Custer’s last stand. He described how the Indians were advancing and how they were surrounded… These two people changed a few white markers scattered amongst the tall grass into the site of a adrenaline filled action; with the smell of victory & defeat all in one moment. This place definitely would not have been as special if I had not gotten the cliffs notes from these guys of the battle that happened that dreadful day.
Debbie Drives and Travels
I was here thirty years ago and returned to see the completed vision for the area. It is still as compelling today, as it was then. The first time, trails were closed due to the rattlesnakes. So it was nice to get out on the trails and feel the spirituality of the area. There also was no developed technology, so the auto tour is new to me. But, without all the modernization, this battlefield affects me to my soul every time. I walked away crying now as I did thirty years ago. Again, one more time, broken promises in the name of greed. Ack!
Nataly Lorin
Little Bighorn Battlefield national monument is a park that needs to be seen! The history is explained very well and they have guided tours that you can join or you can drive through the park yourself. It’s a really amazing spot to be able to visualize the battle and where things took place.
Balakay Smith
Little Bighorn really puts into perspective how big of a battle it really was. It was very imformative and our daughters really enjoyed it as well. They have a visitors center and various walking trails to learn about what happened here.
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Hey Debbie, there is RV and Oversized Vehicle parking. You enter normally as a car would, and circle around the restroom buildings, parking faced towards the entrance. I hope you get to enjoy the Battlefield!
Dogs aren't allowed on the walking trail, but there is a driving loop with plenty of historical markers and history boards. We were there in October with our 2 dogs and had a great few hours. It's actually smaller than you would think, you can do the walking trail in 15-20 minutes, so leaving the doggos in your vehicle (with proper ventalation of course) shouldn't be an issue unless it's unbelievably hot outside. Enjoy your trip!
There are a few parallel parking spots along one side of the road for longer vehicles. But it's very limited so if your a short enough RV the other side has pull in spots (I have a 159 promaster and fit)
Custer was disinterred from the battlefield one year after the battle, in July 1877 and laid to rest at West Point. This was at the request of his wife Elizabeth who is buried next to him.
You can drive through some of the area and get out and walk around and take pictures etc. There are markers of both the Indians and white men who fell in battle. There are points at the site that explain which area youre standing in and what took place there. Mostly sight seeing with a small museum. There is a gift shop and restaurant towards the highway on your way out. The locals are friendly and will answer any questions you have about thier heritage.
No, it was a battle. Part of the Indian wars, more specifically the Black Hills War.
Yes but I don't remember how much. Worth it as it is a very moving site, especially if you are interested in history.
The best time from a historic standpoint is June 25th, but the end of May is a good time. Make sure to stop and see pompey's pillar as well.
Ifs its just the semi you will have room, but if you have trailer hooked up i would suggest to park it at gas station or un-hook it at gas station and drive just the semi with no trailer
Only free pass is with golden access or parks annual pass
Yes, cost is $30 or for $80 you can purchase a National Parks Pass good at any Nation Park nationwide for one full year...a great value.
The US Army involving 3 different units of cavalry and infantry attempting to drive the hostile Indians of several nations to the reservation. The reservation policy was the most corrupt policy of its time.
There is a gift shop.
As far as I remember, it is not a park that you can get the multi park pass. It was $15 for a car but I think there has been a price increase. This fee is only for the driving parts of the park. The visitors center and museum are free.
7. And i recommend u listen to the ranger talk on the outside patio. The video is also good
We arrived in the late afternoon, pulling our 15' travel trailer. There was room for us, but I noticed that a tour bus has a very large reserved parking spot. Maybe more than it needs?
Dogs can't be on the grounds. We drove the grounds with the dog not leaving the car.
Its not that type of park. It is a drive thru or walk thry and then a museum and store for books, etc. Then the National Cemetery.
You would have to look that up on their website or call them.
The actual monument with the names is not a towering monument, maybe 16 feet, counting the base. The overall monument is several hundred acres and includes two battle sites. To enjoy the monument, I suggest an hour in the visitor center, 20 minutes at the pillar, and at least 2 hours for the rest of the monument. Do things in that order and then stop at the restaurant and gift shop across Highway 212. Try the Indian fry bread. If you want to make a day of it, ask how to get to the Rosebud battlefield.
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