We stopped in to Butte on our cross country drive and visited the mining museum after lunch in…read moretown. They offer military and other discounts on their entrance fee The gift shop area includes information on local, current mining operations as well as merch. This is an outdoor museum so dress for the weather. If you want to take the under ground tour be sure you are wearing closed toed shoes. (Crocs not included, I don't know why) They also have above ground tours. Part of the property is set up like a western town. Something that would grow up around a mine. Post office, apothecary, carpenter, blacksmith, etc, etc. All these buildings are set up with window displays but most are not open to the public. You just peer thru the windows. There is a memorial garden to miners. A mine yard with pieces of heavy equipment. The motorized lift, miners locker room, light room, information and equipment used in dry and wet boring, 3D representations of mines and more with information posted on the displays. You can walk up into the mine head if you are so inclined to see how the ore chutes operated. We spent about two hours here without realizing it. Very interesting museum. Staff are very personable, answered questions and suggested reading material for more on the subject. Very good, family friendly stop.

Great place to see the history of mining and also you got to go down into the mine.Also Ken is a…read morereally nice person to do the tour with.

Called for a reservation one night stay with water and electric. Was quoted $65.40 . That's a bit…read moresteep. Even with GS discount ,the fee was $59.00. Moving down the road

Great Alternative to the State Park…read more This is a small, well-kept campground just off the highway, about 15 minutes from Lewis & Clark Caverns. The staff was very friendly and the atmosphere was peaceful. We had a tent site in the back, and all sites are conveniently close to the bathrooms, which were extremely clean and recently updated. A nice bonus--there's free use of a washer and dryer, plus stream access. The highway is nearby, so there is some road noise, but it didn't bother us. We were initially disappointed that we couldn't get into the state park, but this ended up being an even better option. On-site, there's a food truck serving amazing BBQ, live music, a small bar, a general store, and even a gas station. Everything you need is right there. Would definitely stay here again!

We took the Historic Butte Underground Tour and seeing the horrific conditions in the old jail and…read more the speakeasy was interesting, but it was also pretty cheesy. The guide was very (overly?) enthusiastic with some exaggerated "facts" (didn't seem quite right to me, so I researched a few things afterwards). Indeed Butte was a very important, crowded and rough place in the early part of the 20th century and the stories you will hear on this tour give a good flavor of that time, just know that it's more like watching a movie "based on a true story", than a documentary.

Butte, Montana: "The Richest Hill on Earth" -- walking tours of this wild era from the outside of…read morebuildings to the inside of historic uptown Butte. Gold, silver, and finally copper brought Butte's population to nearly 100,000 in 1917, with more than 150 underground mines running 24 hours a day. Today there are numerous reminders of the opulence, decadence, and wild lifestyles of poor European immigrants, miners, businessmen and of course the wealthy "Copper Kings." Old Butte Historical Adventures guides you through this rough-and-ready history in the nation's largest National Historic Landmark District, with 6,015 contributing resources. The Tours cover every decade from the 1890's through the 1950's. There are (4) different (1.5 HR) walking tours offered: Butte City Underground Tour, Dellinger Tour, West Walking Tour, East Walking Tour.

The finest lodging experience I have encountered. Everything offered exceeded expectations and was…read moredelivered with the highest level of service. The food quality was Michelin Star, the bird hunting a first class experience and the fishing great for the time of year. All this located in a beautiful valley overlooking the Big Hole River, simply heaven on earth!!

Unreal. Had an epic time exploring the property and all the water on the Big Hole River. Can't wait…read moreto get back. Accommodations could not have been better, everything was just perfect! Thank you so much for opening your doors to us.

Everyone was amazing and the hotel is in th perfect location. If you're in the area this is the…read moreplace to try!

The hotel is very historic and cool on the inside with big rooms and a great vibe. The motor lodge…read morewhere we stayed - not so much. The walls are painted cinder block and the rest is it is quite dated. My biggest complaint though is the walls are super thin. Our neighbor was watching TV loudly and despite calls from the front desk, it wasn't clear if it was our neighbor to the left, right or below. Then in the morning, we could hear musicians at the upcoming Irish festival practicing through the bathroom ceiling. That part was actually cooler than the TV noise but still evidence of the lack of insulation.

If you're heading into Montana's fishing country and want an authentic, no-frills experience with…read morereal charm, Kings Motel is the place to land. This family-owned gem is tucked right in the heart of Big Sky country and offers exactly what you'd hope for after a long day on the river--clean rooms, warm hospitality, and a genuine local touch that you just don't get at chain hotels. The rooms are cozy and well-kept, with just enough rustic character to remind you you're in the great outdoors without sacrificing comfort. The owners go out of their way to make you feel at home, whether it's recommending local fishing holes, sharing stories, or helping you gear up for your next adventure. It's not a luxury resort--and that's the point. Kings Motel is a throwback to when road trips were about discovery, not just destinations. Reasonably priced, perfectly located, and run with care and pride, it's everything a great little motel should be.

Jen, the property manager makes this place enjoyable, to stay in. She's stands on business and is…read morevery efficient of your needs and request. Coming from TX, into this small town on a medical contract, the hotel is located in a great location of the main highway and close to all the convenience of resturants, stores, hospital and bars. The views of the mountains are amazing, and my two month stay at the motel was safe, very private, and peaceful.

I cannot express how thrilled we are that we have such a great water that is somewhat close. It has…read moreso much to do for kids and adults. Also, you can't beat the price. It is worth every dollar and more.

Great for kids! So happy to have this fantastic water park in town. Areas for all ages (splash area…read morefor little ones, lazy river with inner tubes, climbing walk and slides). Entry is super reasonable (I think $6/adult for 2018 season). They also have a pool grill (pizza, nachos, etc). Everything feels very clean. We love it!

Over the last 7 years, Sunrise Fly Shop has taken me and two sons from newbies to casting for…read morebonefish in the Carribean Sea. Eric, Ryan and his entire staff are both excellent instructors and know the Bighole & Beaverhead like the back of their hand. As I now fish over 30 days a year and have experienced numerous guides and outfitters in those outings, Sunrise Fly Shop is who I measure those shops & trips against. And throughout those trips, there is only one other shop (located in Washington state) which rises to the level of customer service and expertise that Sunrise provides. If you want someone to introduce you to flyfishing...they are gentle and patient. If you want numbers...don't be surprised if you need to ice your arm after the trip. We have had days with 40+ in the net. If you want to hunt a 20"/4+ lb. brown trout, they know the secret spots and tactics to make that possible. We've had days where a fish under 20" was "meh." If you want someone to simply break down your faults and get you to be a better caster, they are great instructors adapting their coaching to your coachability. Their diverse staff and excellent skills will put you in the right boat, with the right guide on the right water to make your trip successful and memorable. We've pulled out 25" brown troat from water that looks like a chocolate milkshake and is running at 6x the rivers normal speed. We have slain 20" trout on the Beaverhead in late October when the river is barely moving. We've had amazing days when you have to remove ice from the put in. While the summer days are always special on western rivers, don't discount the fun and success you can have on the shoulder seasons when guided by Sunrise Fly Shop. It's called fishing, not catching, and on those slow days, the staff keeps a positive & hopeful attitude while aggressively trying tactics you didn't know existed to make your day on the water as fun, pleasant and successful as possible. Sunrise is located on some of the most beautiful water in SW Montana and I'd put the Bighole, when guided by Sunrise, as the apex fishery for big browns. If you haven't fished the Bighole, you owe it to yourself to visit! And Sunrise Fly Shop is the team to use to make that investment of time, travel & money produce the highest yield.

Booked two days with guides through Sunrise. The staff was very friendly, helpful and…read moreknowledgeable. We floated the Big Hole with Rick "the professor". He was a pro and knew all the holes. Unfortunately, we arrived at the same time as a big heat wave. Water temperatures reached 73 degrees so the trout went into hiding but we had some fun catching whitefish. The next day we fished the Beaverhead with Mika and had a great time. We caught a bunch of browns between 16-21". He knows the river like the back of his hand and predicted where we would find fish. He also gave us a couple good recommendations for spots to fish on our own the next day that helped us get more browns. He's the best guide I've worked with and I will use him again on return trips. My only reason not giving 5 stars is because I wish the shop would have let us know the impact the heat was going to have on the Big Hole and recommended another river. But we still had a great time.