Location: Helena
Top Things to do in Helena
10 Nature & Parks in Helena That You Shouldn't Miss
Although the once glittering Last Chance Creek has long dried up, Helena's Gold Rush history is reflected in its preserved architecture, from the spires of St. Helena Cathedral and the Queen Anne style Original Governor's Mansion to the restored miner's village of Reeder's Alley and the oldest house in the city, Pioneer Cabin. For those seeking adventure, the paths of Mount Helena Park provide ample activity. Helena also offers much in the way of arts and culture with theaters and galleries.
Restaurants in Helena
1. Mount Helena
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 145 reviews
Mountain good for hiking, biking, fishing and viewing wildlife.
Reviewed By paulapJ6772GE
Helena is the only city in the US that has a mountain top for a city park. The activities abound. (I should know—I live on the border of the park and have a ringside seat.) People walk their dogs. Trail bikers whiz by. There are hikers galore on the many trails that lead to the top of the mountain or under the wonderful rock formation. My daughter hikes up and down whenever she comes to visit. I should add that there are are variety of trails for the easy to the challenging.
2. Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By jessicak768 - West Monroe, United States
This park is excellent! The playground is enviable-spacious enough that it didn’t feel crowded with 20+ people and a separate area for 2-5 year olds. It’s surrounded by a huge open field, a public pool, and of course, beautiful mountains. We were on a road trip with a toddler and stopped here for a bit to let her get her energy out and it made all the difference. It’s even across the street from Starbucks, so its location is great for adults too.
3. Pioneer Park
4. White Sandy Recreation Site, Helena
5. Centennial Park
6. Hauser Dam
7. Lockey Park
8. Lake Helena Causeway
9. Missouri River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
The Missouri River and the dams that form major lakes in the area provide great fishing opportunities.
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
I like the Missouri River. It is one of the biggestrive and I liked the mountains nearby while we were in a boat. I stood outside the whole time. Naturally, the Missouri River is way attractive with sunshine. This is a must see!
10. Helena National Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
This forest affords easy viewing of many different types of wildlife because of its proximity to the city.
Reviewed By ChrisAmy
Was such a beautiful drive on the back 2 lane roads. Breathtaking!! Could have driven more of the roads through here.
