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1. Sidney
2. Fort Union
Head north to check out the
Fort Union Trading Post. A national historic site, Fort Union is known as the most important fur trading post on the upper Missouri from 1829 to 1867. Visit the Bourgeois House Visitor Center bookstore where you can browse a wide variety of educational items and authentic historical reproductions.
Birdwatcher Bonus: Enjoy the drive and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife! Birders can spot species like great blue herons, turkey vultures, American kestrels, yellow warblers and more in this region.
Fort Union Historical Site, Visit Montana
3. Fairview
In Fairview, grab lunch at the
Double Barrel Saloon. Then check out the enormous Fairview Lift Bridge, which stretches 1,320 feet across the Yellowstone River, before heading back to Sidney.
Photo courtesy of Double Barrel Saloon
4. MonDak Heritage Center
Stop in at the
MonDak Heritage Center for local art and history exhibits, occasional live music and events, a gift shop and more.
Other Points of Interest
Mondak Heritage Center, Jamie Blotske
Meadowlark Brewing, Jamie Blotske
5. Sidney Country Club
Relax with a round of golf at this
18-hole course, where the public is welcome. Enjoy dinner and drinks at the bar and restaurant, OR...(see #6)
Sidney Country Club, Missouri River Country
6. Downtown Sidney
7. Stargazing Outside Of Town
Eastern Montana is home to some of the darkest skies in the lower 48 states, and
Seven Sisters Wildlife Management Area is an exceptionally magical place to gaze up at the cosmos. Head south and go one mile east of Crane.
Other Points of Interest
• Explore
Elk Island just south of Sidney for agate hunting and fishing access.
• Visit Richland Park for frisbee golf, a picnic area and river access.
• Go for a scenic drive to
Diamond Willow for views of the Yellowstone River and surrounding badlands.
Visit the Sidney Chamber
Where to Stay
Wingate
1490 S Central Ave
Sidney, MT
406-433-3100
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