Dillon is a town of 5,500 situated in the beautiful Beaverhead Valley, a center of ranching, mining, and recreational activities. Winters are historically mild and summers are pleasant with cool nights. The valley is noted for is typically crystal clear air and blue skis with abundant snow in the surrounding mountains but relatively little snow or rain in the valley. Dillon provides a wholesome, small-town
environment. Community concerts, theater, and other programs serve cultural needs of the Community. Also available are churches of various denominations, a city library, golf course, ark, hospital, and social and fraternal organizations. Many nearby recreational areas provide opportunities for nature study, picnics, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, and skiing. The area is rich in historical interest. The Big Hole Battlefield, Bannock, the first territorial capital, and Virginia City, the second territorial capital, are within easy driving distance. The Lewis and Clark expedition traveled through Beaverhead Valley. One of the sources of the Missouri River is found in a tiny stream emerging from a spring in the areas hillside. A museum, developed by the Beaverhead Museum association, houses many relics from the early days of the region.

University of Montana Western

The first session of the school opened September 7, 1897. A Bachelor of Arts degree with multiple option areas was authorized by the Board of Regents in 1991. The BA degree is designed around the five thematic areas of Environmental Sciences, Literature & Writing, Pre-professional Health Sciences, Social Science, and Visual Arts. A bachelor of Science degree in Business and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Equine Studies were approved by the Board of Regents to begin Pall Semester 2002.
 

Guest House Inn


DESIGNATED MOTEL
FOR BACKCOUNTRY HORSEMEN

2004


Location: 580 Sinclair ST

Dillon MT 59725


Phone: 406-683-3636
Fax: 406-683-2637