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Pictograph Cave State Park - View of caves at Pictograph Cave State Park.

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Open: Apr 1—Oct 31
Size: 93 acres
Elevation: 3478 ft
Nearest Town: Billings

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Located just 5 miles south of Billings, the Pictograph, Middle and Ghost cave complex was home to generations of prehistoric hunters. Over 30,000 artifacts have been identified from the park. A short paved trail allows you to view the rock paintings, known as pictographs, that are still visible in Pictograph Cave, the largest of the three. Interpretive signs tell the story of Montana’s first professional archaeological studies and excavations. This site is a National Historic Landmark. For more information visit www.pictographcave.org. Note: this website is not affiliated with Montana FWP and may contain outdated information.

Directions
Directions

In Billings on I-90 at Lockwood exit, then 5 miles south on Coburn Road. Phone number at the park is (406)245-0227   (Lat 45.738,  Lng  -108.433)

Contact Information
Contact Information

If you have questions or comments please send mail to: Pictograph Cave, 2300 Lake Elmo Drive Billings, MT  59105 or call (406) 247-2955.

Restrictions & Closures
Restrictions & Closures
Pet Restriction
Leash required.
Vehicle Length
Combined Length of unit is 40ft.
Activities
Activities
  • Easy Accessibility
    Picnicking
  • Easy Accessibility
    Bicycling
  • Group Use
  • Hiking - .48 miles of hiking trails
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Interpretive Programs
  • Photography
Picnic Site
Picnic Site
  • Grill (Pedestal)
  • Grill (Ring)
  • Group Use - Unsheltered
  • Picnic Table
Sanitation/Water
Sanitation/Water
  • Drinking Water
  • Garbage Bins
  • Toilet (Vault)
  • Water (Pressurized)
Trail
Trail
  • Interpretive Trail
 


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