Fee: Montana residents with state parks fee: no entrance fee. Nonresidents: $8 per vehicle, $4 walk-in/bicycle. Day use only.
About this park
Pictograph Cave State Park is a 23-acre archaeological site near Billings that preserves three main caves inhabited by generations of prehistoric hunters. The park holds more than 100 pictographs, some of the artwork more than 2,000 years old. A three-quarter-mile loop trail leads to the caves, and the visitor center offers interpretive displays, a gift shop, and restrooms. Visitors come for archaeology, hiking, wildlife viewing, photography, and cultural and geological education. The park is day-use only with no camping. Summer hours (May through September) are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, and winter hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
Pictograph Cave State Park FAQ
Where is Pictograph Cave State Park located?
Pictograph Cave State Park is in Billings, Montana, at 3401 Coburn Rd.. GPS coordinates: 45.738, -108.433. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Pictograph Cave State Park?
Montana residents with state parks fee: no entrance fee. Nonresidents: $8 per vehicle, $4 walk-in/bicycle. Day use only. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Pictograph Cave State Park?
You can call (406) 254-7342 or email rtooke@mt.gov. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Pictograph Cave State Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Sheridan (61.2 mi, reservable)
- Basin Montana Campground (61.2 mi, reservable)
- Rattin Campground (61.8 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Pictograph Cave State Park?
This listing was last updated on October 4, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.