Billings is surrounded by a rich tapestry of parks, ranging from peaceful urban retreats to fascinating historical, natural landmarks and mighty adventure parks.
Parks In Billings
The city is dotted with numerous neighborhood and destination parks perfect for days on the trail, riverside picnics and letting the kids play their energy away.
Pioneer Park
The city’s largest and most traditional park, featuring playgrounds, sports courts, frisbee golf, picnic areas, trails and wide open green space for family gatherings and community events.
Pioneer Park
Location:
301 Parkhill Dr, Billings, MT 59101
Attributes:
Restrooms / Athletic Field BBQ Grill / Picnic Sites
A historic riverside park near Downtown, known for its open space, river access and ties to Billings’ origins, offering a mix of outdoor recreation and local heritage.
This park centers around a 64-acre reservoir where visitors can swim, paddleboard, fish, and walk the surrounding trail, offering a mix of water activities and open space.
Beyond city limits, Billings opens up to state parks, national monuments and recreation areas that showcase Montana’s wide-open landscapes and rich heritage.
Bighorn Canyon Recreation Area
Covering over 120,000 acres, this vast recreation area offers boating, fishing and kayaking on its waters, abundant wildlife spotting and dramatic canyon scenery.
The park honors the legacy of Chief Plenty Coups. Visitors can tour his preserved log home and sacred grounds, enjoy peaceful walking paths, and learn about Crow culture.
Chief Plenty Coups State Park
Location:
1 Edgar/Pryor Road Pryor, MT 59066
Attributes:
National Landmark / Interpretive Site / Picnic Shelters / Gift Shop
This rugged recreation area is a favorite for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and seasonal hunting, with trails that wind through rolling hills and open prairie terrain.
