Medicine Rocks State Park
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Ancient site with perforated sandstone pillars, considered sacred by Native American groups, offering hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing.

šŸ“œ Ancient site with perforated sandstone pillars, considered sacred by Native American groups, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
šŸ” Weathering has given the soft sandstone rock formations a Swiss cheese look.

Why Go

ā›°ļø Explore unique geological formations and 'Swiss cheese' rocks
šŸ¦… Observe diverse wildlife like golden eagles, mule deer, and sharp-tailed grouse
šŸ“œ Discover thousands of ancient petroglyphs and historical inscriptions
🌌 Enjoy stargazing in a remote, peaceful setting

Why Avoid

āš ļø Remote location, 11 miles north of Ekalaka
♿ Not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers due to rocky terrain

Tips

šŸ•ļø 12 campsites available year-round on a first-come, first-served basis
šŸ’” Bring warm clothing and red-light flashlights for night events
šŸš— Non-residents pay a daily entrance fee

Cost

šŸ’° Montana residents with annual vehicle registration fee enter free; non-residents pay $8/vehicle or $4/walk-in; camping $4-$34/night.

Hours

šŸ•’ Park and camping open year-round; day use 7 am - 10 pm.

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