65 Interesting Facts About Montana

Last updated on February 7th, 2023

49. For World War I, Montana contributed one of the highest numbers of soldier per capita of any state. It was higher than 25% of any other state on a per capita basis.

50. Did you know that during World War II, almost 30 Japanese balloons landed in Montana? However, no damage to life or property resulted from these balloons.

51. Montana is also home to the largest ICBM field in the U.S. covering 23,500 miles.

52. Interestingly, Montana has given its three electoral votes to Republicans ever since the early 1950s with the exception of Lyndon Johnson’s in 1964 and Bill Clinton in 1992.

53. The Boiling River: the point where hot spring enters Gardner River is referred to as the Boiling River. Both hot and cool waters come together to create warm temperatures that are comfortable for swimming. It is a naturally hot tub and a great spot to soak up the beauty of Yellowstone.

54. The Big Sky County: Montana is referred to as the Big Sky County due to its many vantage points. Its horizon spreads out under the panoramic sky as in the case of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. There are several vantage points to see the migrating waterfowl. The 2.8 million acre draws skiers, hikers, fishers, and mountain bikers from all corners of the world.

55. Home to Unique Wildlife: there were two forests initially in Neihart-Helena-Lewis and Clark, which later combined to become a home of peculiar wildlife. People visit the national park to see a mountain goat, elk, bighorn sheep, deer, grizzly bears, black bear, gray wolf, bald eagles, peregrine falcon, blue grouse, and mountain lion, among others.

56. The Custer’s Last Stand: the Battle of the Little Bighorn occurred around the ravines and ridges Little Big Horn River. The fight was between the soldiers of the Lakota Sioux, the Northern Cheyenne tribe, and the 7th US Calvary Regiment. The war happens to be a symbol of the clash of 2 completely different cultures: the horse/buffalo culture from northern plain tribes and the industrialized US. The aftermath was the death of Custer together with his troop. A national monument was built to commemorate the Great Sioux War of 1876 and a clash of culture.

57. Views of 3 US States: there is a bountiful mountain experience at the Big Ski Resort. There are 4 cliffs, 36 lifts, and over 300 runs. On clear days, you can see three states – Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana as well as the Yellowstone and Tetons national parks.

58. 3 Wonders of the Great Falls: in 2011, the oldest man (Walter Breuning) on earth was said to hail from the Great Falls. Secondly, the shortest river in the world is found here. The Roe River runs about 201 feet. Thirdly, the biggest fresh water spring in the United States (Giant Springs) is in Great Falls.

59. A Smoke Stack So Big: the Anaconda Smelter Stack dates back to 1918 and was created for the smelting operation of massive copper. Standing at 585 ft high, the chimney is one of the tallest freestanding masonry work, so tall that the Washington Monument can fit in.

60. The Rimrock Hoodoos: one of the best adventures you can do in Billings is hit Swords Park Trail. After about 0.8 miles, you will get to the hoodoos or toadstools. The colors of the rocks make great backdrops for photos. You can wander around in all directions but you may not climb them. While heading back to the trailhead parking, you can retrace your footsteps via the dry wash.

61. America’s Biggest Skiing: located midway between West Yellowstone and Bozeman, the Big Sky Resort got its name from its layout. Its paths are carved on a magnitude of terrain with a big sky above. Crowds love the powder stashes that are scattered evenly as a result of consistent snowfall. The land around here is covered by snow more than the skiers themselves.

62. The Surfing Downtown of Missoula: an evening stroll at Missoula would be incomplete without stopping by the bridge downtown. Surfers come here to ride waves of the gentle Clark Fork River. The man-made waves are right at the city center for the enjoyment of both locals and international tourists.

63. Most Historic City of Montana: Butte-Silver Bow was the first biggest city in Montana and in the west of Mississippi River. The early days involved the rise of Copper Kings and a mining camp that led to the founding of the labor movement. After decades of reduced mining, the city turned into an urban renaissance with a beautiful landscape.

64. Dinosaur Trail, Havre: the H. Earl Clack Memorial Museum gives an opportunity to visitors to drive through a series of dinosaur sites. The remains of the 75 million-year-old dinosaur embryos have been preserved at Judith River Formation. This is an indication that the area was once covered by an inland sea.

65. Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary- A Haven for Rescued Animals: abandoned and rescued native wildlife find shelter at Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary. The orphanage never releases the animals back to the wild. So you can go and learn all about the history of bobcats, mountain lions, bison, eagles, wolves, elk, and black bears.

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