Population: 193 Elevation: 3,744 feet Size: 0.54 square miles The western-most Stillwater County community of Reed Point is likely one of the smallest towns along I-90 and the Yellowstone River. The picturesque setting gives it a feeling of serenity, peacefulness and quiet. Access to the Yellowstone River is at the Indian Fort Fishing Access north […]
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Population: N/A Elevation: 3,480 feet Rural life is at the very heart of Rapelje and Molt. Locals wake up every morning to views of the Snowy Mountain Range to the north, the Crazy Mountain Range to the west and the Beartooth Mountain Range to the south. In this part of Stillwater County, where the wildlife […]
Population: 983 Elevation: 3,393 feet Size: 1.04 square miles Heading East on I-90 towards Billings, travelers can stop by Park City for food, fuel, service or to enjoy a picnic along the Yellowstone River. Past and Present Located along the Yellowstone River, Park City was originally known as Young’s Point. The area was settled by […]
Population : 38Elevation: 4,852 feet The community of Nye is located at the upper end of our “hidden valley.” The area was cherished by the Crow Indians, long before white settlers arrived. Ranches dominate the valley with cattle and sheep populating the fields. The sparkling waters of the Stillwater River offer superb fishing. The spectacular […]
Population: 65 Elevation – Fishtail: 4,459 feet Elevation – Dean: 5,236 Step into classic Big Sky Country as your journey takes you to Fishtail. The area guest ranches offer everything you would expect – dramatic views, quiet and privacy. Local outfitters provide guided fishing trips and mountain adventure on horseback. If you’re headed into the […]
Population: 1,893 Elevation: 3,602 feet Size: 1.21 square miles Your travel through Montana’s incredible “hidden valley” begins here. Nestled between the Yellowstone River and I-90, Columbus, the county seat , is a full service community. With a population of nearly 2,000, Columbus offers a wide variety of recreational, business and social services. Four city parks […]
Population: 1,150 Elevation: 4,044 feet Size: 2.03 square miles The community of Absarokee has a swimming pool and a community park. Many recreational activities are available, including whitewater rafting, horseback riding, fishing and camping. The friendly people you’ll meet will fill you in on the best places to wet your line or, if you like, […]
Buffalo Jump: Class I-II During high water levels, a stretch beginning two to three miles above Nye is good beginner-intermediate water. A large eddy pool allows warm-up paddling into the flat water current. The flat stretch lasts about 1.4 miles above the bridge at the Buffalo Jump Access, where Class II waves and a few […]
If fishing fills your summer (and spring and fall) dreams, check out Stillwater County’s plethora of fishing accesses, all of which are open January 1 through December 31. Absaroka Located on the Stillwater River, one mile west of Absarokee on Highway 420. Turn north onto Johnson Bridge 0.4 miles, then right on North Stillwater Road […]
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