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Pompeys Pillar National Monument is a massive sandstone outcrop that rises from an almost 2-acre base on the banks of the Yellowstone River 150 feet toward Montana's Big Sky, east of Billings. The monument's premier location at a natural ford in the Yellowstone River, and its geologic distinction as the only major sandstone formation in the area, have made Pompeys Pillar a celebrated landmark and outstanding observation point. On this date, there was a fee of $7 per vehicle. (Price is always subject to change as time passes) |
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Below: After enjoying the inside of the Information Center, Lee and Karen Duquette headed outdoors to explore the park. |
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Below: The boulder shown below was too big to photograph the whole length. It is a replica of the real rock shown on the next page of this website. The re-created signatures and drawings here are more legible than they are on the real rock. |
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Below: Lee and Karen Duquette relaxed on a bench by the Yellowstone River, watched a few birds above them in the trees, listened to the peaceful flow of the Yellowstone River, and simply enjoyed nature at its finest. They love their lives and travels as The Two RV Gypsies, with no time-table to abide by. |
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Below: A view of the top observation point at Pompeys Pillar, and a path for walking further alongside the Yellowstone River. |
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Below: Eventually, Lee and Karen Duquette walked on a trail and stopped to take a couple more photos by the Yellowstone River. |
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