Outdoor Recreation -
A Natural Wonderland -
“The grandest sight I had ever beheld,” so wrote Meriwether Lewis on June 13, 1805, as he got his first look at the Great Falls of the Missouri. There are actually 4 visible sets of falls around the city, Black Eagle, Rainbow, Crooked and the Great Falls, each with a beauty all its own.
When you visit Great Falls, you are only minutes away from the country’s best outdoor experiences. Whether biking, skating, jogging or walking is your favorite outdoor activity; River’s Edge Trail is the perfect setting. Extending 13.3 miles along the Missouri River, this trail offers spectacular views, plenty of space and the chance to watch a wide variety of waterfowl feeding along the river.
Fly-fishing
Some of the best fly-fishing in North America, plus whitewater rafting and historic canoe floats on the Missouri River.
Downhill and Cross-country Skiing
- Kings Hill Recreation Area is a winter lover's paradise — un-crowded slopes, fresh powder, Olympic-class cross country skiing, snowmobile trails and unbelievable downhill skiing and snowboarding at Showdown Ski Area, is only an hour away. - Click Here
Professional and College Sports
If it's sports you're looking for, you've come to the right place. From summer evenings with the Great Falls Voyagers or the roar of auto racing to the whoops and hollers at one of our many area rodeos, we've got all the action. College sports fans can also enjoy men's and women's basketball with the University of Great Falls Argos and Lady Argos.
Golf Great Falls!
The City of Great Falls boasts two premier golf courses with 18 holes at each course. Each course is very different offering the novice and the seasoned golfer variety and challenge. -
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Eagle Falls Golf Club
rivals the top golf courses in Montana. A newly designed and renovated golf course offers both challenge and beauty to golfers. Golfers can choose their challenge and length of play from 4 sets of tees. The championship par 71 course is well bunkered with sand traps and water hazards. It finishes with a challenging eighteenth dogleg right par 4 which requires a well located tee shot, followed by an accurate approach over water to a heavily bunkered green. 761-1078.
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Anaconda Hills Golf Course
built in the 1920’s, the front nine rolls up and down between mature cottonwood trees, and features a spectacular view of the City of Great Falls, the Missouri River and surrounding mountains. The course is both serene and challenging. The back nine opened in 1992, and is a links style design with natural rough, water and ravines providing plenty of challenges. Click Here
Both courses offer club rental, motorized and pull golf cart rentals, concessions and lessons from the resident pro. For more information, check out the City’s web site at www.greatfallsmt.net
Out-of-town golfers can play the private Meadow Lark Course with a club member.
The Zahara Valley Golf Club is a new, accredited 18-hole course that offers both regular and charter memberships. Great Falls also has a semi-private golf course, Emerald Greens, which opened in 1992 with 9 holes, but now has 18.
The River's Edge Trail
Biking, skating, jogging or walking, this paved trail winds 13-plus miles along the Mighty Mo', offering spectacular views and glimpses of birds and wildlife. Click Here
The Missouri River
Don't just watch the Missouri, get right out in it! Float beneath the scenic White Cliffs that have changed little since Lewis and Clark traveled through. Head for the river where you can catch hard-fighting rainbow and brown trout, water ski, swim, enjoy a scenic canoe trip, or go white-water rafting or kayaking-all within the city limits of Great Falls, 406-761-4434.
The Great Falls of the Missouri
There are actually 4 sets of falls around our city, Black Eagle, Rainbow, Crooked, and the Great Falls, each with a beauty all its own.
Giant Springs Heritage State Park
One of the world's largest fresh-water springs, discharging 193 million gallons of water a day. Mark Twain even sampled a dipper of this clear spring water during a visit. Flowing from the Springs to the Missouri River is the Roe River, a mere 201 feet long, making it the shortest river in the world. There is also a fish hatchery where more than a million Rainbow Trout are raised each year and you're welcome to feed the fish. This area has also been designated a Watchable Wildlife Site so look for raccoons, beaver, pelicans, bald eagles, deer and more. 4600 Giant Springs Road, 406-454-5840.
Black Eagle Memorial Island
This scenic, pedestrian-access only area includes a trail, boat ramp for kayaks and canoes, and a fantastic overlook of the Black Eagle Falls and Dam.
Gibson Park
The largest park in the city. Filled with green lawns, flower gardens, majestic trees, a children's playground and a walking path, this park offers plenty of room for family gatherings. Youngsters won't want to miss Gibson Pond, home to a variety of waterfowl, including beautiful swans. Click Here
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