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Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park, Whitehall, MT

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Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park

25 Lewis and Clark Caverns Rd · Whitehall, MT

Why you should go…

Lewis and Clark Caverns became Montana's first state park in 1938, protecting caves formed in Madison Limestone. Guided tours are the only way in. The Classic Cave Tour covers two miles in about two hours and descends more than 500 stairs, while the shorter Paradise Tour follows a mostly flat route. Above ground the 3,015-acre park has a visitor center, a campground and cabins, and trails for hiking and biking.

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Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

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