Is pictograph cave open?

Trails in the park leading to the Pictograph Cave and Ghost Cave will reopen. One short section of trails will remain closed while crews complete construction on a switchback. Starting Wednesday, the park will resume regular open hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

What river runs near Pictograph Cave State Park?

Yellowstone River
The park encompasses 23 acres (9.3 ha) and includes a visitor center and picnic facilities. The natural shelters are nestled in a sandstone bluff on a well-traversed path extending south from the confluence of Bitter Creek and the Yellowstone River, 6 miles (9.7 km) south of Billings.

Are dogs Allowed at Pictograph Cave State Park?

The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Pictograph Cave State Park is a place to contemplate the origins of human habitation in Montana.

Where is Pictograph Cave in Montana?

Pictograph Cave State Park is located 7 miles southeast of Billings off I-90 at the Lockwood exit, then 6 miles south on Coburn Road.

How big is Pictograph Cave in Billings Montana?

Pictograph Cave State Park is a National Historic Landmark known for its importance to Northern Plains Archaeology. Visitors will learn about the rock art and artifacts found here which dates thousands of years old. This 23 acre park features… more

When to book a tour of Pictograph Cave?

We recommend booking Pictograph Cave State Park tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 1 Pictograph Cave State Park tours on Tripadvisor

Who is the manager of Pictograph Cave State Park?

Jarret Kostrba is Park Manager at Pictograph Cave State Park. A Montana native, he began working in State Parks in 2004 and since then has held different positions at Missouri Headwaters, Madison Buffalo Jump, Bannack, Cooney and Pictograph Cave state parks.

What did the hunters leave in the Pictograph Cave?

Prehistoric hunters who camped in Pictograph Cave left behind artifacts and over 100 pictographs or rock paintings. The earliest artists decorated the walls of Pictograph Cave with enduring black and white pigments. Images of red rifles, horses and animals were painted by persons who later visited the cave.

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