Four Dances Recreation Area
Four Dances Recreation Area
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BLatty
Saint Paul, MN22 contributions
Don't be fooled by the unassuming entrance to this nature area. Hike the short distance up the hill for a fantastic view of the Yellowstone River and the hills and mountains. The two most interesting views were on the south spur trail and on the river trail. The river trail is definitely more rugged, though, so if you don't like uneven terrain, skip that. I imagine that if you sit patiently, you may see wildlife. We encountered one falcon and a pretty large beetle. Listened to some songbirds, too. Bring your children if you have good control of them. If not, skip this site as there are no safety rails. I had no problem with my two grade schoolers. When we arrived in Billings on an unexpected layover, everyone told us to hike the Rimrock trail. That was paved, next to a highway and full of garbage. Four Dances was much more our speed: few people, no litter, dirt trails, and limited vehicle noise. For our short stay in Billings, this was by far the best thing we could do (and it was free)! If you have trouble finding it, head up Coburne toward the Pictograph Caves state park and watch for the entrance on the right shortly before the antennae farm. Couldn't find it on a Google map search though.
Written June 26, 2011
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Dick43_11
Billings, MT107 contributions
A great walking area with fantasic views of the City and surrounding country.
This is locally known as Sacrifice Cliff where Native Americans committed suicide by riding their horses off the cliff after returning from a hunting trip to find their village decimated by smallpox.
This is locally known as Sacrifice Cliff where Native Americans committed suicide by riding their horses off the cliff after returning from a hunting trip to find their village decimated by smallpox.
Written April 26, 2011
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Peter S
Mount Dora, FL5 contributions
Jun 2013 • Family
Good place to walk near town and see the native vegetation. There are porta potty type toilets and no water. If it is the least bit warm be sure to bring water. You can stay on fairly level ground or hike a few hundred feet down to the Yellowstone River.
Written July 29, 2013
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Dave206
Seattle, WA8 contributions
Aug 2012 • Family
This place is easily accessible off Coburn Rd and is on the way to the pictograph caves so you can easily do both in a couple hours as we did. No amenities at this site, so bring water. A 5 min hike up to the bluff gives great views of the Yellowstone river and Billings valley. A longer walk (or run as we needed the exercise) down to the river is an option. We did both trails but stopped short of the river bottom as it was prime rattlesnake time and didn't want to risk it.
Written August 8, 2012
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TrueTexasTraveler
Amarillo, TX1,045 contributions
Dec 2012 • Solo
The views are stunning when you hike out to the bluffs, and look out over the Yellowstone River. The other trail down to the river is a serious hike, with a sharp drop in elevation, and a steep climb back up. If you only have time for one trail, stay up on the bluffs. The area is steeped in Native American history, so be sure and read the information at the trail head. It's also the best place in Billings to watch the sun set.
Written December 12, 2012
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Martha B
139 contributions
May 2013
We had a couple if hours before our flight and stopped here, well worth it! The views are beautiful all the way around. Small hike, located in the nesting grounds of peregrine falcons, so we had to watch were we hiked. Very interesting to see where they neat in such a beautiful rugged place
Written May 8, 2013
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Jessica D
Billings, MT12 contributions
Mar 2013 • Family
We went geocashing and there were 5 in this section. The park is just kind of there. Its got a picnic area with a roof. You can see the town of Billings from here.
Written March 17, 2013
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EcoArtTraveler
Riverside, CA368 contributions
Jul 2012
The views are what make this place great, and there are Native American stories that enrich the experience of standing on the spot where momentous events occurred.
Written September 1, 2012
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Mike R
Lafayette, LA4 contributions
Sep 2019
Nice area for hiking and RV boondocking. Billings just 20 minutes away. I was there as part of a photography workshop.
Written October 4, 2019
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Branden M
Billings, MT85 contributions
Oct 2017 • Family
This is a great place to go hiking for the intermediate hiker. The view is amazing and worth the short hike to the top of the hill! Don't miss out on this experience! Clear skies will give you a million dollar view!
Written February 11, 2018
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Four Dances Recreation Area (Billings) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Hotels near Four Dances Recreation Area:
- (2.37 mi) Boothill Inn & Suites
- (2.66 mi) Home2 Suites by Hilton Billings
- (5.02 mi) The Crossings Bed & Breakfast
- (2.27 mi) Best Western Plus Clocktower Inn
- (2.33 mi) Northern Hotel
- Restaurants near Four Dances Recreation Area:
- (2.34 mi) The Burger Dive
- (2.10 mi) Uberbrew
- (2.27 mi) Stella's Kitchen and Bakery
- (2.30 mi) Walkers
- (2.38 mi) Montana Brewing Company