First Peoples Buffalo Jump and Giant Springs parks team up to host scavenger hunt
MTN
and last updated 2021-04-19 17:10:44-04
First Peopleâs Buffalo Jump State Park, Giant Springs State Park, and Great Falls museums have come together for a week-long scavenger hunt.
The scavenger hunt is to celebrate Earth Day, with the event running Sunday, April 18th, through Saturday, April 24th, at both Giant Springs State Park and First Peopleâs Buffalo Jump State Park.
People who want to participate can scan the QR code at the parks to begin the scavenger hunts and enjoy an hour and a half long self-guided tour. Paper copies of the scavenger hunts are also available upon request.
Parking lot at Giant Springs State Park is closing temporarily
Jason Laird
and last updated 2021-04-06 15:22:07-04
GREAT FALLS â The main parking lot at Giant Springs State Park in Great Falls will be closed from April 14 through April 30 for resurfacing.
During this time, parking will be available in Heritage Park across the street from Giant Springs.
Park visitors should utilize the sidewalk that leads from Heritage to Giant Springs to avoid the worksite and to prevent resource damage.
Visitors should also expect increased traffic and noise levels during this project.
If you have any questions, call the Giant Springs State Park Ranger Station at 406-727-1212.
Exploring Great Falls: Giant Springs State Park
Jason Laird
and last updated 2021-01-16 10:59:28-05
GREAT FALLS â Hailed as one of the countryâs largest freshwater springs, Giant Springs State Park is just one of many natural treasures found right here in Great Falls.
Native American tribes in the area were likely the first to enjoy the spring. While in pursuit of bison, tribes used the area as a winter camp.
Giant Springs was first made famous when it was stumbled upon by the Corps of Discovery on June 18th, 1805. William Clark described Giant Springs in his journal as âthe largest fountain or Spring I ever Saw, and doubt if it is not the largest in American Known. The emencely Clear water seemed to him of a bluish Cast.