The non-profit ZooMontana is accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. It's not a typical zoo experience at ZooMontana, which exclusively features natural habitats and animals adapted to the region. Its menagerie includes grizzly bears, gray wolves, and great horned owls.
The Moss Mansion was built for the entrepreneur Preston Boyd Moss and his family. It was constructed in 1903 and is now on the National Register of Historic Places. It's also a symbol of early history and development in Billings, and the interior and many of the original furnishings and decorations of the home have been well-preserved. Self-guided and docent-led tours of the mansion are available throughout the year. Tours are only available in winter by appointment.
The Rimrocks are a defining geological feature of Billings. This long wall of sandstone cliffs runs across the northern edge of town and is a favorite spot for sightseeing, sunset watching, and in-city recreation.
In the downtown district of Billings, the Yellowstone Art Museum (YAM) primarily highlights artwork from the northern Rocky Mountain and Northern Plains regions. With a permanent collection of over 7,300 works, YAM features regularly rotating exhibits curated by local artists.
About an hour away Red Lodge is where we got engaged and our very favorite place! Red Lodge is a historic mining town nestled against the Beartooth Mountains. Known for its friendly locals, great food and outdoor recreation. Red Lodge is also a ski resort which offers big mountain fun without large crowds!