Last Stand Hill
The soldiers' markers, national cemetery and memorial.
Little Bighorn Battlefield
Where Lakota, Cheyenne and Arapaho warriors destroyed Custer's 7th Cavalry in 1876. It's a solemn place on the open plains.
White markers show where US soldiers fell on Last Stand Hill, and red granite markers honor Native warriors. A memorial to the Native people was added in 2003. Listen to a ranger talk, or take a Crow-guided tour.
- Best Time
- May–September
- Time Needed
- Half a day
- Cost Level
- $$$$
- Open
- Check before you go; hours vary by season
- Getting There
- About an hour by car southeast of Billings, off I-90.
What to See
0 of 3 are freeIndian Memorial
A circular memorial with spirit-gate sculpture.
Reno-Benteen Battlefield
The road along the ridge shows the battle's full size.
Know Before You Go
- It's in the Crow Nation. Be respectful. There's little shade.
Where to Stay
Stay in Billings or Hardin.
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Last checked 2026-11-02. Part of the Rocky Mountains list.