Set against the sweeping eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains, Cut Bank is a welcoming community just under an hour from Glacier National Park. Located on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation, Cut Bank blends history, outdoor opportunities and small-town hospitality.

1. EVENTS + FESTIVALS

Community pride shines in Cut Bank’s annual events. Montana Shakespeare in the Parks brings live theater to Cut Bank City Park each summer, while the Lewis and Clark Days Festival celebrates local heritage with live music, a chili cook-off, parade, car show and family-friendly activities. Montana Fun Weekend in August adds to the excitement with a car show, drag races and a fly-in at the Cut Bank International Airport.

The Cut Bank City Park is home to the community’s popular events for locals and visitors to enjoy.

2. GLACIER COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM + ARCHIVE

Spread across 14 acres, the Glacier County Historical Museum offers an immersive look at the region’s past. Explore a 1917 schoolhouse, an oil worker’s house and derrick, a historic caboose, Lewis and Clark exhibits and a living-history replica homestead and farm—all highlighting the people and industries that shaped the area.

3. SHOPPING + DINING

Cut Bank’s local businesses offer a taste of the community’s character. Browse antiques, gifts and handcrafted goods at Marketplace on Main, a thoughtfully curated shop in the heart of downtown. When it’s time to eat, grab a table at Big Sky Cafe—a local favorite recently featured on America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow—known for hearty meals, friendly service and a welcoming, small-town feel.

4. DOWNTOWN HISTORICAL MURALS

Downtown Cut Bank invites exploration through its collection of large-scale murals. These works of public art reflect the community’s homesteading roots, agricultural heritage, the Lewis and Clark Expedition and American Indian history—set against Montana’s wide-open skies.

Murals depicting the history, lifestyle and rich culture of the area can be found all around downtown Cut Bank.

5. OUTDOOR RECREATION

From fishing and boating to birding and camping, outdoor recreation is woven into daily life in Cut Bank. Hunters enjoy access to upland bird and waterfowl opportunities on tribal lands with a tribal permit, while golfers can tee off at the Cut Bank Golf and Country Club, a scenic 9-hole course welcoming all skill levels.

6. CUT BANK TRAILS

Exploring town on foot or bike is easy thanks to the expanding Cut Bank Trail System. The Coulee Trail follows Cut Bank Creek Coulee and can be accessed from the east trailhead at 7th Avenue S. and Dean Drive or the west trailhead at Mountain View Boulevard and Lookout Road.

The Coulee Trail System along Cut Bank Creek is easily accessible and seriously scenic.

7. CUT BANK FARMERS MARKET

Local flavor takes center stage at the Cut Bank Farmers Market, held Wednesday afternoons from late June through early September at Cut Bank City Park. Shop for fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, artisan crafts, woodworking and handmade soaps.

8. PENGUIN STATUE

Impossible to miss, the World’s Largest Penguin Statue stands 27 feet tall and celebrates Cut Bank’s claim to the coldest recorded temperature in the lower 48 states. Built in 1989, this iconic roadside landmark is a fun and memorable symbol of the town’s hardy spirit.

Please note: We ask that all our visitors and residents recreate responsibly by being mindful of the following: know before you go; plan ahead; play it safe; leave no trace; tread lightly; and help build an inclusive outdoors.

Updated May 8, 2026

August 21, 2018

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