Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
National Monument · Montana

Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument

Photo: Durwood Brandon · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

This monument marks the 1876 battle where Lakota, Cheyenne and Arapaho warriors defended their families and way of life against the US Army's 7th Cavalry under Lt. Col. George Custer. You can see Last Stand Hill, the Indian Memorial, marble and red granite markers where men from both sides fell, and drive the tour road to the Reno-Benteen site. It is a place of mourning for many families, so visit quietly and stay on paths.

Good to know

Tickets
The monument charges an entry fee per vehicle, covered by the America the Beautiful pass. Check nps.gov for current rates.
Time needed
2 to 3 hours for the visitor center, memorials and tour road.
Best time
May to September, when ranger talks run. Late June marks the battle anniversary.
Getting there
Crow Agency is right next to the monument, on the Crow Reservation. Billings Logan International Airport is about 1 hour away by car.

Where to stay nearby

Gateway towns with hotels and food, close to the park entrances:
Crow Agency, Montana
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Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument questions

How long does it take to see Little Bighorn?

Plan 2 to 3 hours to see the visitor center, Last Stand Hill, the Indian Memorial and drive the 4.5-mile tour road.

Who won the Battle of the Little Bighorn?

Lakota, Cheyenne and Arapaho warriors won, killing Custer and about 260 soldiers. The US Army later forced the tribes onto reservations.

Are there Native-led tours at Little Bighorn?

Yes. Crow-run tour companies offer bus tours of the battlefield in summer from near the visitor center.

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