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Get InspiredNorth AmericaUnited StatesMontanaWisdomBig Hole National Battlefield

Big Hole National Battlefield

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National Battlefield·Somber, Educational, Reflective, Peaceful
Today tepee poles stand sentinel at the site of August 9th, 1877 dawn attack at the Big Hole.
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The Nez Perce chose their camp site in the Big Hole in part due to the Camas, whose roots they gathered prior to the August 9th attack.
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Nez Perce warriors captured and dismantled the Mountain Howitzer cannon before the US army could use it effectively at the Battle of the Big Hole.
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In 1883 the United States Government erected this monument in honor of the soldiers and volunteers that served and died at the 1877 Battle of the Big Hole.
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This monument, erected on the Big Hole Battlefield in 1928, reads; "To the everlasting memory of the brave warriors Chief Joseph's Band who fought on these grounds in the Nez Perce War of 1877."
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Today tepee poles stand sentinel at the site of August 9th, 1877 dawn attack at the Big Hole.
Photo by from Nps
The Nez Perce chose their camp site in the Big Hole in part due to the Camas, whose roots they gathered prior to the August 9th attack.
Photo by from Nps
Nez Perce warriors captured and dismantled the Mountain Howitzer cannon before the US army could use it effectively at the Battle of the Big Hole.
Photo by from Nps
In 1883 the United States Government erected this monument in honor of the soldiers and volunteers that served and died at the 1877 Battle of the Big Hole.
Photo by from Nps
This monument, erected on the Big Hole Battlefield in 1928, reads; "To the everlasting memory of the brave warriors Chief Joseph's Band who fought on these grounds in the Nez Perce War of 1877."
Photo by from Nps
Bear Paw Battlefield
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Big Hole National Battlefield offers a powerful look into a tragic chapter of American history in Wisdom, Montana. The site memorializes the 1877 battle between the Nez Perce (nımí·pu·) and the U.S. Army, preserving the landscape where these events unfolded. Visitors can walk three distinct trails—the Battlefield, Nez Perce Camp, and Siege Area trails—to gain a deeper understanding of the conflict from multiple perspectives. The visitor center serves as an educational hub, featuring exhibits that honor the Nez Perce culture and provide context for their flight toward Canada. It is a place designed for quiet contemplation and historical learning amidst the natural beauty of Montana.

Big Hole National Battlefield offers a powerful look into a tragic chapter of American history in Wisdom, Montana. The site memorializes the 1877 battle between the Nez Perce (nımí·pu·) and the U.S. Army, preserving the landscape where these events unfolded. Visitors can walk three distinct trails—the Battlefield, Nez Perce Camp, and Siege Area trails—to gain a deeper understanding of the conflict from multiple perspectives. The visitor center serves as an educational hub, featuring exhibits that honor the Nez Perce culture and provide context for their flight toward Canada. It is a place designed for quiet contemplation and historical learning amidst the natural beauty of Montana.

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Address
16425 Highway 43 West
Websitenps.gov
Phone4066893155

Highlights

  • Three distinct interpretive trails: Battlefield, Nez Perce Camp, and Siege Area.

  • Comprehensive visitor center exhibits honoring Nez Perce culture.

  • Preserved landscape providing context to the 1877 conflict.

  • Quiet, contemplative atmosphere in the Montana wilderness.

Best For

History enthusiasts and those seeking a reflective outdoor experience.

Currency

USD $

Average Cost

$50-$100 p/day

Time of Day

Lunch

Languages Spoken

English

Occasion Tags

Educational, History Buffs, Nature Lovers

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Location

Wisdom, Montana, United States
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