Most of the military men and civilian volunteers who fought at the Big Hole returned to their posts or homes in Western Montana. General Howard, the officer with primary responsibility for the Nez Perce Campaign, arrived from Idaho with his troops to take up the chase just two days after the miliary defeat here. Closed November 24, December 25 and January 1. Golden Age, Golden Access and Golden Eagle Passes will be honored. Summer thunderstorms are not uncommon.
Winters are frigid with deep snow.
The Nez Perce camp trail leads 1.2 miles round trip, to the site where the Nez Perce were camped and attacked by United State Army soldiers and civilian volunteers on the night of August 9, 1887. The Siege Trail leads 1 mile round trip, to the area where the soldiers and volunteers were held under siege by Nez Perce warriors. Regularly scheduled ranger guided tours are available daily, in the summer. Educational programs for schools are given throughout the school year. Other groups are welcome and will be accommodated as staffing permits.