Lewis and Clark spent 13 days in what is now the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge as they set their sights on discovering a new land and an inland passage to the Pacific Ocean. President Thomas Jefferson also instructed the Corps of Discovery to identify suitable trading post sites, scientifically document the land’s plants, animals and scenic resources. Much of the expedition’s success was accomplished in what is now northeastern Montana.

Adventurers can witness much of the same landscape seen by Lewis and Clark. The Missouri River’s reach is relatively unchanged, although the waters of Fort Peck Reservoir cover a number of the campsites used by the expedition. Along this stretch of the Missouri there is a spectacular abundance of wildlife within what is now the second largest wildlife refuge in the continental United States. You will be awed by the beautiful back country views which are not far from Tillmans Bed and Breakfast.

DAY TRIPS $150 per Person minimum of 4 people

Day trips include all transportation from Tillmans, a picnic lunch, an opportunity to explore the country, view wild life, collect and press plants for your own Lewis & Clark vegetation collection and learn about the country Lewis and Clark explored 200 years ago. All plants are collected on private lands.
The weather is brisk in May and hot in August so be prepared as you experience this Lewis and Clark land.

Make sure you bring your camera.