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Red Lodge is situated 60 miles southwest of Billings, MT, at an altitude of 5,555 ft. Red Lodge and its citizens welcome you with warm Montana hospitality. During the mining boom of the late 1800's, miners from Scandinavia, Scotland and Ireland arrived to seek their fortunes and a better life. The town still has a strong European heritage. Today Red Lodge maintains its frontier tradition without sacrificing current trends.
Enjoy skiing away from the maddening crowds. Located 7 miles from thetown with the same name, The Red Lodge ski area doubled its terrain by opening Cole Creek. Two new high-speed detachable quad chairs service Cole Creek's 5 expert and 7 intermediate trails. With a 2,400 foot vertical drop, Red Lodge offers groomed slopes and powder skiing to satisfy skiers of all abilities.
Other Popular Destinations in Montana
Billings
Billings, Montana sits on the edge of the vast plains and at the base of ancient sandstone cliffs known as the Rimrocks. These formations frame the city and provide miles of scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and even fossil beds. From Swords Park, visitors can walk or bike along the paved trail that follows the rim’s edge, offering sweeping views of downtown, the Yellowstone River, and distant snowcapped peaks.
West Yellowstone
West Yellowstone, Montana sits right at the edge of one of the most visited protected landscapes in the United States, serving as a gateway to vast forests, geothermal fields, and wide open valleys. The town is built around travel into nearby wilderness, with simple log-style buildings, outdoor gear shops, and easy access points that lead directly toward major park entrances.
