American Prairie National Discovery Center

Like many large-scale parks and protected natural areas across the globe, American Prairie now has a central gathering place for visitors from around the world. That place is called the National Disco...

Bear Gulch Pictographs

Bear Gulch is a well-preserved Plains Indian rock art site that displays more than 4,000 pictographs and petroglyphs that date back as early as 1000 CE. The drawings depict different scenes from every...

Benchland Motorsports Complex [Denton]

Benchland Motorsports Complex is located in Denton, Montana and hosts events throughout the summer months.

Big Spring Skatepark

The Big Spring Skate Park is free and open to the public whenever the weather is nice enough to ride! Located in Symmes park behind the Chamber of Commerce, the Big Spring Skate Park was built in 2017...

Big Springs Trout Hatchery

Located just a few miles southeast of town, this spot is a perfect casual hangout and has something for everyone. The first thing you’ll notice when arriving at the park is a large shelter and picnic...

Bozeman Loop Day Drive

If you’re up for a day-long ride and the chance to experience some very great riding and scenery, the Bozeman Loop is for you.

Brewery Flats

Brewery Flats is a 23-acre recreation area with a Fishing Access Site, a trail system that connects to the larger Lewistown Trail System, and plenty of opportunities for birdwatching.

Central Montana Museum

The area’s history is chronologically portrayed beginning in the 1870’s when the area was largely unsettled and buffalo roamed the open prairies. Our museum features many photos and displays portrayi...

Central Montana Shooting Complex

Central Montana Shooting Complex (CMSC) has been organized for the sole purpose of promoting the shooting sports in Central Montana. The ranges have been setup to promote the safe use and teaching of...

Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge

Encompassing approximately 1.1 million acres, Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge provides a rare opportunity to experience wild lands and wildlife in a natural setting. Visitors to the Refuge...

Charlie Russel's Backyard Day Drive

A great 2-hour ride makes a loop around the Judith Basin.

Charlie Russell Chew Choo Dinner Train

Join us for a spectacular evening as we travel through the mountains and prairies of central Montana. Experience the beauty of the rolling hills, vast ranchlands and breathtaking sunsets of Big Sky Co...

Circle the Highwood Mountains Day Drive

A really fun afternoon ride takes you around the base of Square Butte, to the historic riverboat town of Fort Benton, and around the westerly rim of the Judith Basin, the Highwood Mountain Range.

Creekside Marketplace & Pavilion

Creekside Marketplace and Pavilion is a family-friendly community gathering facility and event center in Lewistown’s downtown corridor. The site, an abandoned industrial property, is located on Main S...

D'Autremont Softball Complex

The D'Autremont Softball Complex has several softball fields, a clubhouse, and concessions. It is home of the Montana Softball Hall of Fame.

Duane's World Mini Golf Course [Winifred]

From the mind of Duane Bergum comes the melding of geography and sport. Duane's World is a 9-hole mini golf course whose design is based on the Winifred area. This very challenging and therefore very...

Fred Robinson Park

The Fred Robinson Park is a trail and nature park near the Frog Ponds.

Frog Ponds

The Frog Ponds are stocked annually with rainbow trout and provide a fun, family-friendly fishing experience.

Ghost Towns and Gold Mines

The information below is taken from the Ghost Towns and Gold Mines Brochure.

Gigantic Warm Spring

Gigantic Warm Spring is a little piece of Montana heaven, conveniently nestled in between the North and South Moccasin Mountains of Fergus County on the Vanek's Paradise Ranch. The venue is a short dr...

Hanging Tree Archery Range

The Hanging Tree Archery Range is an Archery Range located 8 miles east of Lewistown.

James Kipp Recreation Area

Located along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and within the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge, the James Kipp Recreation Area offers interpretive signage, 19 single units and 15...

Judith Basin Day Drive

Here's a fun drive that loops around the heart of Montana, taking you through some of the best farming and ranching areas around.

Judith Gap Wind Farm

Wheatland County has learned how to put the wind to work thanks to Invenergy Services of Chicago. The Judith Gap Wind Energy Center was built in 2005 between Harlowton and Judith Gap. Ninety towers ri...

Judith Lookout Peak Day Drive

This beautiful drive up the Judith Mountains crests into a breathtaking view at Judith Peak. On your way up you might notice some old abandoned houses, and structures that have been very weathered. Ba...

Judith Shadows Golf Course

Judith Shadows is Central Montana's only 18-hole golf course.

Judith Theatre

Step into Lewistown history when you take in a film on one of the two screens.

Let’s See Some Mountains Day Drive

Looking for a longer drive? A great ride that takes you between, around, and through the mountain ranges of Central Montana takes you past the wind farm at Judith Gap and into Harlowton where you can...

Lewistown City Pool

Lewistown City Pool has an Olympic size swimming pool with two water slides and an adjacent wading pool for toddlers.

Lewistown Community Labyrinth Garden

The public garden is for everyone to visit a seven-circuit flower maze. A labyrinth is an ancient symbol that relates to wholeness. It combines the imagery of the circle and the spiral into a meanderi...

Lewistown North and East Day Drive

This is one of the shorter loops. Starting from Lewistown, head north a dozen miles to Hilger, then east to Roy.

Lewistown Parks and Recreation and Civic Center

The Lewistown Park and Recreation Department oversees all 10 of the city parks, along with Fish Hatchery Park, East Fork Reservoir, Hanson Creek, Frog Ponds, Brewery Flats, Turner Center, the trail sy...

Lewistown Public Library

Built as a Carnegie Library in 1905, the Lewistown Public Library provides the most modern and up to date information access facility in the county. Located across from the Fergus County Courthouse on...

Lewistown Raceway

Lewistown Raceway, established in 1957, is Montana's oldest raceway.

Lewistown Skating Rink

Lewistown's outdoor skating rink is located in Frank Day Park near the swimming pool.

Lewistown Trail System

The Lewistown Trail System consists of 20 miles of multi-purpose trail winding through the community. The trails are usable year-round. Every few miles, the terrain switches, from paved urban pathways...

Lewistown to Winifred Day Drive

This 45-minute each way ride takes you between the Judith and Moccasin Mountain ranges and north towards the ranching community of Winifred.

Links Virtual Golf

Located in the lower level of the Elks Clubhouse, Links Virtual Golf is an indoor golf center, the first of its kind in Lewistown MT, which utilizes two Full Swing Pro 2 simulators.

North Pole Adventure Train

The North Pole Adventure Train is a Christmas train that takes place in November and December each year on the Charlie Russell Chew Choo. The train ride is approximately 1.5 hours long, and includes h...

Pine Meadows Golf Course

Pine Meadows is a challenging and beautiful 9-hole course, our relocated tee markers and tee boxes provide a back nine experience that is different from the front nine. Pine Meadows will challenge yo...

Reed's Fort Post Office

The Reed's Fort Post Office, established in 1880, was the first post office in the area that later became Lewistown. One of the oldest buildings in Lewistown, today it is the only remaining building f...

Snowy Lanes Bowling Alley

Located at 134 Wunderlin in Lewistown Montana, Snowy Lanes offers the following amenities for you enjoyment.

Symmes Park

Symmes Park has a tennis court, skate park, playground equipment, picnic tables, a baseball diamond, and horseshoes. The Park is also home to the Veterans Memorial Walk, featuring a Minuteman Missile,...

Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument

The Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument contains a spectacular array of biological, geological, and historical objects of interest.

Veterans' Memorial Park

The Veterans Memorial Park is dedicated to the service and memory of all veterans past, present, and future. Their patriotism, their sacrifices, and their heroism cannot and will not be forgotten. "Fr...

WWII Satellite Airfield

The Lewistown Satellite Airfield was constructed in Lewistown, Montana, during World War II as one of four training facilities for B-17 Flying Fortress crew members and included a storage site for the...

Who’s Up For A Steak Day Drive

Want to make a cruise for one of the best-rated steaks in Montana, and top it off with stops at some of the most unique, hidden small bars in the state? Head for Ringling, a tiny out-of-the-way place...

Winifred Museum

The Winifred Museum is about 40 miles north of Lewistown and features clothing, household goods, newspapers, furniture, and nearly anything you could imagine from the homestead era. There are antique...

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Dining in Lewistown and Central Montana

Obviously, the steaks in Central Montana are good, but so are the burgers, tacos, omelets, desserts, cocktails, and Wagon Wheels (see the Dash Inn). Scroll through the restaurants below to find the fo...

Events in Lewistown and Central Montana

Experience the vibrant pulse of Central Montana's year-round events! Dance under the stars to live music on Main Street, indulge in artisanal wine and cheese at a local gallery exhibition, sip on refr...

Find Your Adventure in Central Montana

Find your adventure in Central Montana! Check out tours, fall-time adventures, and peaceful activities to find your center. Experience the authentic life of a Lewistown local, take the kids out for an...

Get Involved

Do you want to become more involved in the community? Are you looking for a local group to share a hobby with? Browse below to find a Central Montana group or nonprofit that inspires you!

Outdoor Recreation

It doesn't get much better than Central Montana for outdoor recreation. We're part mountains, part plains. We have rivers, reservoirs, and lots of public land. And it's quiet - there are no crowds and...

Shopping in Lewistown and Central Montana

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Things To Do in Lewistown and Central Montana

Central Montana has a ton to do in terms of outdoor recreation, but that's not all we have! Here are some of the best ways to enjoy the community. Pick a topic and go have some fun!