Overview
Malta is a town in Montana. It is part of what is called the HiLine - a term used for the northern part of the state, mainly along Highway 2. The population was 1,900 in 2020.
2 sights · 1 things to do · 2 places to eat · 3 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Malta
Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge
Migratory bird refuge. Hiking, bicycling, bird-watching, snow-shoeing, ice skating, cross-country skiing, and hunting (but not fishing) are all possible.
Great Plains Dinosaur Museum
Part of the Montana Dinosaur Trail. Includes one of the best preserved dinosaurs ever discovered. Rare fossils including fish and invertebrates, plus Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and other large dinosaurs.
Phillips County Museum
Old west exhibits with cowboys and outlaws, Native Americans, and pioneer life. Can tour H.G. Robinson house on request, for an additional $1.
Plan your trip
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- GGW Glasgow Valley County Airport Wokal Field, Glasgow — 42 mi away. Directions
- OLF L M Clayton Airport, Wolf Point — 90 mi away. Directions
Malta is at the intersection of U.S. Highway 2 (US-2) and U.S. Highway 191 (US-191).
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Great Plains Dinosaur Museum, Phillips County Museum
- Lunch Hitchin' Post
- Afternoon Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge
- Dinner Stretch's Pizza
- Evening Blue Ridge Brewing
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Cuisine (tap to filter)
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Understand
Malta is situated in the Montana prairies. Farming and ranching are the main professions.
This is dinosaur country, with some of the most significant dinosaur finds in the world.
Get in
By car
Malta is at the intersection of U.S. Highway 2 (US-2) and U.S. Highway 191 (US-191).
By train
- The Empire Builder operating daily between Seattle/Portland and Chicago including stops at Spokane, Glacier National Park, Fargo, Saint Paul, and Milwaukee. The trains split into separate branches between Seattle and Spokane, and between Portland and Spokane, while operating as trains consisting of train cars from both branches between Spokane and Chicago.
By plane
The nearest commercial airports are in Billings and Great Falls.
Get around
Malta is small enough to walk or bike. Generally people travel by car.
When adventuring outside of town, be sure you plan for fuel and download maps. Wide open country is great to explore, just don't expect to always have service and amenities.
See
Do
This outdoor rich area has guided tours for just about any activity. Try a dinosaur dig, go horseback riding, or hunt gamebirds in this ideal location.
- Marian Hills Golf Course
Buy
- There is an Albertsons grocery store on Hwy 191.
Eat
Eat Hitchin' Post
Diner with all day breakfast.
Eat Stretch's Pizza
Pizza, burgers, salad bar. Has pool table and small video arcade inside.
Drink
Drink Stockman Bar and Grill
Has a few pool tables inside.
Drink Crossroad Coffee and Bistro
Coffee, soup and sandwiches in an unpretentious setting.
Drink Blue Ridge Brewing
Microbrewery.
Sleep
Stay Great Northern Hotel
Steakhouse located within hotel. Underground parking, lodge, and gaming area.
Stay Trafton Park Campground
This city-owned park has a campground. Play areas and picnic shelters. There are bathrooms and potable water, but no hookups. No reservations.
Go next
- Nelson Reservoir (17 miles east) is a fantastic fishing spot for walleye, pike, and trout. With a special permit you can also catch paddlefish, or just come and watch the excitement.
- Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs (19 miles east) is the only natural hot spring resort in northern Montana. Pool, hot tub, sauna.
- Zortman (47 miles south), along with Landusky, is in the Little Rocky Mountains. Here you will find camping, hiking, horseback riding, and gold panning. Zortman has an Amphitheatre for presentations.
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