Lewistown (Montana)

Lewistown is a town in Montana. It is the geographic center of the state. The population was 5,901 at the 2010 census.

Understand
Called "The Heart of Montana", Lewistown has many of the activities that make Montana a tourist destination. There is big game and bird hunting to fishing, camping, biking, hiking and skiing. It is surrounded by five mountain ranges: the Snowies, the Judiths, the Moccasins, the Belts, and the Highwoods.

Be sure to pronounce the town correctly - Lewis town not Lewis ton - or the locals will let you know your mistake.

Get in
Lewistown is on US Highway 87 and Montana Highway 200 from the east and west. From the north it is on US Highway 191.



Get around
As with most of Montana, a vehicle is the best way to get around. The historic downtown area is walkable, and walking tour maps can be picked up at the Chamber.

When adventuring outside of town, be sure you plan for fuel and download maps. Wide open country is great to explore, just don't expect to always have service and amenities.

Do

 * Big Spring Creek runs through the middle of town. You'll find access points for fishing or floating around the area.
 * City trails are woven through town. There are 24 total miles, mostly paved, that you can walk or bike.
 * City trails are woven through town. There are 24 total miles, mostly paved, that you can walk or bike.
 * City trails are woven through town. There are 24 total miles, mostly paved, that you can walk or bike.

Go next

 * Crystal Lake (31 miles south, about an hour due to mountain travel) is a gorgeous turquoise lake with a campsite and mountain bike trails. For those fit enough, take a hike to the Ice Caves to see the columns of ice and skating rink floor.