The visitor center sits just inside the park boundary with an impressive view of the badlands landscape unfolding in the background.
The visitor center houses a museum detailing the evolution of the park as well as a gift shop. Visitors can watch a video on Makoshika. Park maps are available free of charge as well as informative brochures on other Montana State Parks and regional attractions.
This Triceratops skull is one of many artifacts available for viewing at the museum. There is a "touchy-feely" table that allows children of all ages to touch and feel some of the fossils and artifacts that are prevalent in the park.
Visitor Center Gift Shop
The Visitor Center Gift Shop has a wide variety of items for sale including
