Overview
Miles City is a city of 8,400 people (2020) in Montana. It still has a strong cowboy culture.
2 sights · 7 things to do · 2 places to eat · 5 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Miles City
Pirogue Island State Park
2.8 miles of designated hiking trails, visitors can easily walk throughout the entire 269 acres. Do not cross water if flowing.
Bucking Horse Sale
Major auction of rodeo stock with parade, quick draw art contest, horse races, rodeo, horse sales, street dances.
Range Riders Museum
Pioneer and cowboy lore, plus natural history and indigenous peoples exhibits too.
WaterWorks Art Museum
Miles City Fish Hatchery
See pallid sturgeon, walleye fingerlings, tiger muskie, trout. Learn about fish management and keeping Montana's lakes and ponds stocked.
Miles City Town and Country Club
This is a 9 hole course with a full bar and a restaurant.
Plan your trip
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- GDV Dawson Community Airport, Glendive — 70 mi away. Directions
- OLF L M Clayton Airport, Wolf Point — 117 mi away. Directions
Interstate 94 (I-94) travels through Miles City:
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Range Riders Museum, WaterWorks Art Museum, Spotted Eagle Recreation Area
- Lunch Hole in the Wall
- Afternoon Miles City Town and Country Club, Miles City Fish Hatchery
- Dinner Mexico Lindo Mexican Restaurant
- Evening Trails Inn
Day 2
- Morning Milwaukee Park Disc Golf, Pirogue Island State Park
- Afternoon Bluegrass Festival
- Evening Main Street Grind
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
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Understand
Miles City was an important cattle town in the late 1800s. The "World Famous Bucking Horse Sale" in May sells horses for rodeos. It is heavily attended, including by celebrities.
Get in
Interstate 94 (I-94) travels through Miles City:
- Exit 138 is Haynes. This street has many of the chain motels and newer businesses. It intersects with Main at the Pine Hills Detention Center.
- Exit 135 is Main St. After driving past the fish hatchery, Range Riders Museum and the fairgrounds, you enter the historic area of Miles City.
U.S. Highway 12 (US-12) and Montana Highway 59 (MT-59) also travel through Miles City.
By plane
Get around
The historic downtown along Main St has hotels, restaurants, bars and retail shops for about 7 blocks. After going under the railroad tracks, you enter the residential portion of the street. There are many National Registered Historic locations. The street ends when it intersects with Haynes. Taking a right onto Haynes will lead back to the Interstate.
See
Do
Events
Buy
Eat
Eat Hole in the Wall
Steaks and seafood.
Drink
Drink Main Street Grind
Local coffee shop with bakery items. Has hot breakfast sandwiches and lunch selections. Patio.
Drink Montana Bar
Historic bar with gorgeous interior featuring original architecture. Through the door is Tubb's Pub, a sports bar and grill.
Drink Otium Brewing
Tap room with Montana beer. Patio for warmer days and fireplace on colder ones.
Drink Tongue River Vineyard and Winery
2000 gallons of wine yearly— red and white, sweet and dry, grape and fruit wines and unusual blends. Made from Montana fruit and grapes.
Drink Trails Inn
Huge selection of beers and ciders on tap, many from Montana breweries. Pool table in separate room.
Sleep
Stay Best War Bonnet Inn
hot breakfast, indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub; high speed internet, business center, airport service, and in-room coffee
Go next
- Billings
- Glendive
- Medicine Rocks State Park (104 miles south) are a series of natural rock formations. This remote state park has camping available. Bring sunscreen and water and prepare for low/no data or cellular connection.
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