Council Grove State Park
"Fort Benton is the closest town and the main gateway to the park. Visitors often pair a stop here with the riverfront, museums, and historic downtown."
A historic Missouri River day-use park honoring the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Giant Springs State Park
"Visitors from Fort Benton often pair a trip to Giant Springs with other Missouri River heritage sites. The park adds a natural highlight to a historic travel route."
A scenic Great Falls park centered on one of the nation’s largest freshwater springs.
Sluice Boxes State Park
"Fort Benton draws visitors interested in history and river country scenery. Park visitors from Fort Benton often combine a canyon trip with a broader central Montana road tour."
A rugged canyon park along Belt Creek known for hiking, fishing, and historic mining scenery.
First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park
"Fort Benton travelers may pair the park with historic sites along the Upper Missouri. Visitors from this area are often interested in Montana history, archaeology, and scenic prairie landscapes."
A major prehistoric buffalo jump site with interpretive exhibits and panoramic prairie views.
Tower Rock State Park
"Fort Benton visitors are often interested in the park's historic connection to river travel and exploration. It makes a strong addition to a Missouri River heritage itinerary."
A scenic riverfront park centered on a towering limestone outcrop along the Missouri River.