First People's Buffalo Jump State Park

Added 2021-07-15

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hiking

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wildlife viewing

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snowshoeing

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pet friendly

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kid friendly

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spring

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summer

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fall

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winter

Quick Summary

There's lots to see here! A visitor's center to learn about the history, hikes, and a clifftop.
The loop trail that leads up to the bottom of the cliffs is 1.17 miles long.
Ask a park volunteer about the petroglyphs and pictographs that can be found here.
It is hard to find a better spot to watch a sunset than from the upper viewing area.
Watch out for rattlesnakes!
There is lots of wildlife in the evening: coyotes, deer, marmots, prairie dogs.

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Story

This state park is commonly referred to as "The Buffalo Jump". It is also known as Ulm Pushkin State Park and is a great day trip destination. The visitors center offers history and an introduction to the buffalo jump as well as water, bathrooms, and picnic tables. You can hike the trails near the visitors center or drive to the top of the cliffs for the viewpoint from the top. A pit toilet is available on the upper end. This is a great sunset viewing location in the summertime.

Adventure Details

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Costs

Montana residents who pay the $9 state parks fee with their annual vehicle registration have no daily entrance fees to state parks. For residents who don't include this in their vehicle registration, non-resident day use fees apply.

Best Times

Summer - open daily. Winter - open Wednesday through Sunday. Summer Hours Visitor Center and Upper Access Area April 12 - September 12: open 8 am - 6 pm daily. Winter Hours Visitor Center and Upper Access Area: Sept. 14 to March 31: 10 am - 4 pm Wed - Sat and 12 pm - 4 pm Sun. Closed Monday and Tuesday. The gates at the top of the Jump may be closed during times of deep snow.

Starting Location

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