Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
This land is a place to honor and reflect on the sacrifices made here on June 25 and 26, 1876, when Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors fought against a deliberate attack by the U.S.
Photo: NPS photo / NPS
About Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
This land is a place to honor and reflect on the sacrifices made here on June 25 and 26, 1876, when Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors fought against a deliberate attack by the U.S. Army's 7th Cavalry, led by Lt. Col. George Custer, who sought to enforce policies that threatened their traditional way of life. How are the results of the battle felt in the West and Indigenous communities today?
Pair it with another park
WYdrive time
SDdrive time
MTdrive time
IDdrive time
SDdrive time
SDdrive time
Driving times from Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Entrance fees
Entrance - Private Vehicle
$25.00Private non-commercial vehicle.
Entrance - Motorcycle
$20.00Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
Entrance - Per Person
$15.00Per person fee
Commercial Entrance - Sedan
$25.00Commercial Rate for a vehicle holds up to 6 people, $25 plus per person.
Commercial Entrance - Van
$40.00Van holds up to 15 people
Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
$40.00Commercial vehicle that holds up to 25 passengers
Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
$100.00Commercial Bus $100.00 (26 or more seats, regardless of occupancy)
Hours
Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument Seasonal Hours
- Mon
- 8:30AM - 5:30PM
- Tue
- 8:30AM - 5:30PM
- Wed
- 8:30AM - 5:30PM
- Thu
- 8:30AM - 5:30PM
- Fri
- 8:30AM - 5:30PM
- Sat
- 8:30AM - 5:30PM
- Sun
- 8:30AM - 5:30PM
Activities
Getting there
Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument average weather: Spring: 50-60 (F) degree days/ 30+/- (F) degree nights Summer: 70-100 (F) degree days/ 45-60+ (F) degree nights Fall: 40-50 (F) degree days/ 25+/- (F) degree nights Winter: 20-30 (F) degree days/ 0+/- (F) degree nights
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to enter Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument?
- Entrance to Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument starts at $15. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
- What is there to do at Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument?
- Popular activities include Auto and ATV, Bookstore and Park Store, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Scenic Driving.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Devils Tower National Monument (3 h 42 min), Jewel Cave National Monument (4 h 22 min), Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site (4 h 40 min), Yellowstone National Park (4 h 42 min), Wind Cave National Park (5 h 3 min), Mount Rushmore National Memorial (5 h 5 min).