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National Historic Site · Montana

Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site

National Historic Site in Montana. No entrance fee.

By The Green Adventures · Updated · How we check

TypeNational Historic Site
StateMontana
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkYellowstone (166 mi)
Closest airportBTM (34 mi)
A front view of the ranch house.
The front portion of the ranch house was originally built by Canadian fur trader Johnny Grant in 1862. Photo: NPS Photo

Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site is a national historic site run by the National Park Service in Montana.

In the park service’s words

Wide open spaces, the hard-working cowboy, his spirited cow pony, and vast herds of cattle are among the strongest symbols of the American West. Once the headquarters of a 10 million acre cattle empire, Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site preserves these symbols and commemorates the role of cattlemen in American history.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Things to do

  • Park Store (5 to 15 Minutes): Looking for the perfect souvenir from your visit to Grant-Kohrs Ranch? We’ve got it and more at the park store! The park store offers a wide range of educational products, apparel, books, toys and games, handmade items, and other Grant-Kohrs Ranch souvenirs for all ages and interests. These products complement the inte

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Daily, 9:00AM - 4:30PM. Hours for the main historic area of Grant-Kohrs Ranch, the Visitor Center and Interpretive Ranger programs.

Getting there

Arriving from the east: Take Interstate 90, exit 187. Drive through town, approximately 2.5 miles. Turn left onto Grant Circle and enter the park. Arriving from the west: Take Interstate 90, exit 184. Turn right. Drive approximately 3/4 of a mile. Turn right on to Grant Circle and enter the park.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
Bert Mooney Airport (BTM) Butte, MT No road route 34 Regional
Helena Regional Airport (HLN) Helena, MT No road route 39 Regional
Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) Missoula, MT No road route 73 Regional
Spokane International Airport (GEG) Spokane, WA No road route 240 Large hub

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Visitor centers

  • [Visitor Center at Grant-Kohrs Ranch](): Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM. Grant-Kohrs Ranch is open year-round. The ranch grounds and Visitor Center are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day.

Weather

Spring: Temperatures can fluctuate greatly. Sub-freezing temperatures in the morning can give way to mild days. Snow in early spring, rain in late season. Summer: Temperatures can average 70-80 F, but can reach highs of 100 F. Rain rare. Dry and hot. Fall: Temperatures can fluctuate greatly. Sub-freezing mornings can give way to mild days. Rain in early fall likely. Winter: Temperature can fall to -30 F, with highs of 10-20 F. Snow is possible. Cold weather gear is highly recommended.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Yellowstone, about 166 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site?

No entrance fee.

Where is Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site?

In Montana. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Bert Mooney Airport, about 34 miles away.

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