Tower Rock (Montana)

Tower Rock is a prominent basaltic column that rises above the Missouri River in the state of Montana. It is located in a region that served as a crucial natural landmark for early western explorers.

The butte is most famous for being documented by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805. Meriwether Lewis noted the prominent rock formation as a distinct landmark during their westward journey.

Yes, the area surrounding the butte was designated as Tower Rock State Park to preserve its natural and historical significance. It allows visitors to view the exact geographical feature described by the Corps of Discovery.

While the park is open to the public for hiking and exploring the surrounding prairie, climbing the actual fragile basaltic column is generally discouraged. The site is protected primarily for its historical value rather than as a climbing destination.