Dillon is the seat of Beaverhead County, Montana's largest county. Dillon began as an important shipping point from Utah to the gold fields of Montana. The area was central to early Montana mining camps and settlements. Bannack, Montana's first territorial capital and now a well-preserved ghost town, is nearby. Dillon is home to the University of Western Montana. Best Western Dillon Montana.
Things to do in Dillon
Beaverhead County Museum
Explore southwestern Montana history at this local museum near the visitor center. Indoor and outdoor displays, artifacts, photos and taxidermy. Downtown historic walking tour. Open March - November. A Best Western Dillon Montana hotel is close by. Call 406-683-5027 for more information.
Clark Canyon Recreation Area
Enjoy excellent rainbow trout fishing as well as a popular area for boating, fishing and camping. Marina on site. Fee for marina use. A Best Western Dillon Montana hotel is close by. Call 406-683-6472 for more information.
Dillon Visitor Information Center
Statewide travel information center located in an old railroad depot featuring an historical diorama of "Lewis and Clark Expedition at the Beavershead." A Best Western Dillon Montana hotel is close by. Call 406-834-5511 for more information.
Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park
Montana's first and best known park features the most highly decorated limestone caverns in the Northwest. Daily cave tours (May 1 - September 30) and ranger talks available. Campground with camping cabins, picnic area, hiking trails, concession, visitor center and group use area. Fee. Call 406-287-3541 for more information.
Virginia City, Nevada City
Visit these two authentically preserved and restored mining camps from the 1860s gold rush era, located between Butte and Yellowstone Park. Historical tours and museums available. Call 406-843-5555 for more information.
Western Montana College
This college features an art gallery and the Seidensticker Wildlife Collection. Summer theater, museums, unique architecture, recreation and historic sites along the Lewis and Clark Trail all make Dillon a fun stop. A Best Western Dillon Montana hotel is close by. Call 406-683-7011 for more information.