SWMT Area
Dillon and Beaverhead County Area
The Dillon and Beaverhead Area encompasses some of Southwest Montana’s most pristine land, being home to a portion of the Continental Divide Trail, the Centennial Valley, the Pioneer Scenic Byway and Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge. The area’s fame, however, comes from the sites along the Lewis and Clark Trail and the site of the first major gold rush.
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We’re committed to keeping Montana’s outdoor spaces, communities, residents, and visitors safe. As you enjoy all the area has to offer, please join us in following these guidelines for responsible recreation.
- Know before you go
- Practice physical distancing
- Plan ahead
- Play it safe
- Explore locally
- Leave no trace
- Build an inclusive outdoors
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