Glendive, Montana

The healthcare provider is located in Glendive, Montana. Founded more than 100 years ago, the facility is unwavering in its commitment to compassionate care. As a leader of health in the area, the provider offers a wide range of services including emergency care, extended care, urgent care, and pediatrics.

Located in Southeast Montana between the Yellowstone River and the Badlands, Glendive is a safe, friendly city. Its attractions include dinosaur-themed museums and a grand state park. Great schools, lush parks, and intriguing history are a few reasons people call it home. Niche.com has named Glendive one of the top 10 places with the lowest cost of living in Montana. Glendive is an old railroad city that's transformed into a good place for families. Residents and visitors can enjoy Glendive at the city's multiple events, such as the Dawson County Fair, farmer's markets, or rodeos.

Learn more about the city at the official Glendive website and explore the area at the county website.

Glendive Public Schools runs the public schools in the area and consists of 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. There's a low student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1 present in the district, perfect for students to receive the academic attention they need. Nearly 40% of the students are proficient in math and nearly 50% are proficient in reading, according to state test scores. The high school is ranked 75th in the state and has a 90% graduation rate. Glendive also has 1 private school.

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Shopping in Glendive includes several chains like Running and Ranch & Farm, plus an assortment of local shops for furniture, gifts, and other merchandise. Grocery shopping in Glendive includes Albertsons, Reynolds Market, and Farm-to-Table.

One of the best options for entertainment in Glendive is the Glendive Community Concert Association. For over 70 years, the organization has been offering high-quality entertainment throughout the region with a variety of concerts.

For history lovers and dinosaur fans, there's plenty to see and do in Glendive. The Frontier Gateway Museum is a complex of multiple buildings related to the area's history. Among the exhibits are an old schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, a display of farm equipment, antique log cabin, and several rooms of artifacts. Also in Glendive is the Dinosaur & Fossil Museum, a center about prehistoric life from a Biblical perspective. As you travel through the area, try to spot the large dinosaur statues that are around the town.

Makoshika State Park is one of the top recreational options in the area. It features a real dinosaur trail, fossil remains to see, and numerous badland formations. There's many options to do here, including camping, hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing. The park's visitor center hosts events and activities year-round with movies, crafts, and educational experiences. Glendive also has a couple of local parks. The Lloyd Square Park features a playground, tennis courts, and a swimming pool, while Whipkey Park includes a splash park, baseball field, ice rink, and playground. Brett Fitch Memorial Skate Park is the public skate park, and Hollecker Lake/Park is the spot for swimming or fishing.

Glendive and other parts of Montana are slowly growing in diversity, especially as more Filipino healthcare workers move to the area. Just 3 hours away, Billings, Montana offers the Amaya Oriental Market, a market with Filipino cuisine and other goods.

Rated "A-" for its safety, Glendive has a low crime rate. Crime in the area has decreased by 56% over the last year, and the overall crime rate is 65% lower than the national average. Glendive is one of the safest cities in the state and the country.