Big Hole National Battlefield Visitor Center — Attraction in Anaconda

This is def a place worth taking the extra time to go out and see the tragedy that happened here. The National Park service does a tremendous job in preserving the history, maintaining the facilities,the grounds & trails. It is free to enter & they practice social distancing, which is good to see during a pandemic. Lots of great info at the Visitors Center, esp with the half hour documentary film they have. The hikes out to massacre grounds, the siege site and where the cannon was destroyed are must-do’s while visiting. The area is sacred ground and needs to be...

Big Hole is such an informative and easily accessible national monument! The visitor center is full of great books, maps, reflections and impressions of the battle’s participants, with touching insights into the Nez Perce (Nee-Me-Poo) plight. Most of the battlefield is visible from the visitors center, but a short drive takes you to the trails that cover the area. Nice video available as well. Really helpful, informative and enthusiastic ranger on site. And it’s free! So, no excuse not to stop! “I will fight no...

A great stop to learn about local history. Unfortunately this location is haunted by the memories of the horrible things that humanity is capable of inflicting on one another. The hope is that as we visit and learn about things we can choose to try and be kinder and more understanding of those around us. This place a some wonderful exhibits and some activities for children to do as well. It is a free experience and worth a stop and look. There are bathroom facilities and parking for...