Upper Missouri River Breaks
United States
About Upper Missouri River Breaks
Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument preserves 149 miles of the Missouri River and surrounding badlands in north-central Montana, protecting the landscape much as Lewis and Clark saw it in 1805. The monument encompasses dramatic white cliffs, deep coulees, and prairie grasslands that provide habitat for elk, bighorn sheep, and over 200 bird species. Managed by the Bureau of Land Management, it offers exceptional opportunities for river recreation, hunting, and experiencing one of America's most historically significant waterways. The area contains important paleontological resources and represents one of the few remaining free-flowing sections of the Missouri River.