At the confluence of the Redwater River and Missouri River lies the Redwater Fishing Access Site in Mccone County. Here, two rivers meet at a place that also played a significant cultural role for Indigenous peoples. Exploring the river confluence therefore involves not only its geographic location but also its cultural significance. The Redwater Fishing Access Site is for day use only; check before your visit whether this restriction is still in effect.

Regional History at the Museum and Along the Way

The McCone County Museum was established in 1980 in a new steel building with a footprint of 80 by 80 feet. It houses 7,000 historically significant objects from the region. The museum grounds also include the old Northern Pacific Depot and an old caboose. The collection and the two railroad relics offer different ways to engage with regional history.

The Big Sky Back Country Byway offers another point of reference. The 105-mile route runs from Terry to Wolf Point and includes a visitor kiosk in Circle. Its length and the two stated endpoints give the route a clear framework; in Circle, the kiosk is a separate point of interest along the route.

The Town & Country Appreciation Day is also held in Circle, an annual community festival with food and activities. If you want to plan your trip around the festival, check the current event dates. The museum, route and festival offer different points of interest: regional collections and railroad history, a longer route with a kiosk in Circle, and a recurring community event.

Waterfront Spots and Activities at Fort Peck Lake

The Flat Lake Recreation Area is in Mccone County on Fort Peck Lake. The Flat Lake Access Site has camping, a boat ramp and a boat dock. A stocked fishing pond is located right next to it. The Flat Lake Campground offers another specific point of reference: it is east of Fort Peck on Montana Highway 24.

Two campgrounds are also located on the Big Dry Arm of Fort Peck Lake, with amenities that address different boating needs. Nelson Creek Campground is open year-round and has 25 designated campsites with picnic tables and fire rings. There is a boat ramp, and boating and fishing are possible.

McGuire Creek Campground is also on the Big Dry Arm and is open year-round. Its 12 designated campsites have picnic tables and fire rings. Unlike at Nelson Creek Campground, small boats can be launched from the shore here; there is no boat ramp at McGuire Creek. Fishing and wildlife viewing are also possible there. The details about campsite numbers and boat access make the difference between the two campgrounds clear without obscuring what they have in common.

Rock Creek Fishing Access Site is a state recreation area on Fort Peck Lake. About ten designated campsites are located on a rise above the shoreline. The approximate number of sites and their location above the shore offer a different point of reference from the ramps and boating activities specifically described at Nelson and McGuire Creek.

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