Bear Paw Battlefield
Parking available
This remote Montana battlefield is a site of the Nez Perce National Historic Park, marking the final battle of the Nez Perce Flight of 1877 and Chief Joseph's surrender.

๐Ÿ“œ Site of the Nez Perce Flight of 1877 and final battle.
๐Ÿ” Part of Nez Perce National Historic Park, featuring memorials and interpretive signs.

Why Go

๐Ÿž๏ธ Reflect on pivotal American history
๐Ÿšถ Explore a 1.25-mile interpretive trail
๐Ÿš— Easily accessible by car with on-site parking
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Educational experience for all ages

Why Avoid

๐Ÿฅถ Exposed to elements, potentially severe weather
๐Ÿšซ No visitor center or on-site interpretive staff
๐Ÿšฝ Restroom facilities are limited (vault toilet, sometimes closed)
๐Ÿ•๏ธ No camping or pets/vehicles on trail

Tips

โ˜€๏ธ Bring sun protection, water, and insect repellent
๐Ÿ“ž Call ahead for ranger-guided tour schedules
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Visit Blaine County Museum in Chinook for deeper context

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Daily, sunrise to sunset. Roads and trails not maintained in winter.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking

Available on-site.

๐Ÿšป Toilets

Vault toilet available, but may be closed. Nearest full-service restrooms in Chinook.

Last updated 4 days ago

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