First and foremost, this list is compiled entirely from what I think are the five things you need to know before visiting Great Falls.

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Absolutely no research has gone into this, and I'm sure other folks' opinions may vary.

Waterfalls near Great Falls

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The city gets its name from one fall in particular, which you'll find at Ryan Dam, but there are numerous other falls along the Missouri River.

Remember that almost all of these falls are associated with hydroelectric dams.

A big misconception is that the dams cover up the falls; that is not entirely true; they are still visible below the dams.

Museums In Great Falls

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If you're into history, art, or learning, Great Falls is the place for you.

Great Falls, Montana, is the museum capital of Montana and features 10 museums throughout the area.

Rivers Edge Trail

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With the Missouri River running smack down through the middle of Great Falls, we are fortunate to have over 50 miles of trail to explore.

A good chunk of the trail is paved; however, there are some unpaved sections that will get you into the wilderness.

Giant Springs

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Great Falls is home to the largest freshwater spring in North America.

Believe it or not, 156,000,000 gallons of water from the spring every day.

Art In Great Falls

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The art is everywhere!

From downtown murals to one of the largest Western Art Shows in the nation, Great Falls is truly the art capital of Montana.

Great Falls Area Museums

Museums in Great Falls

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2024 Great Falls Cruisin The Drag Car Show

Pictures from the 2024 Great Falls Cruisin The Drag Car Show in Great Falls Montana.

Gallery Credit: Jason Laird

Flag Dedication and Raising Ceremony May 2024 Great Falls, MT

If you have ever wondered how a flag dedication ceremony for a new installation of pole and flag works, we have you covered. Check out how the event unfolds in the following gallery.

Gallery Credit: JD Knight

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