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Big Hole National Battlefield
Operating Hours and Season
Winter splendor at Big Hole National Battlefield
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Winter splendor at Big Hole National Battlefield.

The Battlefield is open seven days a week. The park's hours are:

Summer: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Fall: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Winter/Spring: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Fall hours begin August 21.

In addition the Park is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day.

The Nez Perce had approximately 2000 horses with them at the time of the battle.  

Did You Know?
One of the first tribes to selectively breed horses, the Nez Perce created the breed we know today as the Appaloosa.

Last Updated: August 17, 2009 at 10:36 EST