The Missouri Headwaters State Park is possibly the heart of Three Forks, Montana, the place where the Missouri River, North America’s longest river, begins. The park is home to the “Three Forks of the Missouri National Historic Landmark,” the site where William Clark and Meriwether Lewis landed in the year 1806. The state park features picnic areas, more than a dozen campsites, tipi rentals, interpretive displays of the natural and cultural history of the area, and hiking trails to various points of interest. Fishing, camping, hiking, cycling, picnicking, and river floating are all popular activities in the park.

1585 Trident Rd, Three Forks, MT 59752, Phone: 406-285-3610

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Visit the Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park Go hiking in Missouri Headwaters State Park Learn about the local history at the Headwaters Heritage Museum Admire the Bleu Horses steel sculptures

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