Pirogue Island State Park

Pirogue Island State Park is a 227-acre state park in Montana, managed by the state fish and wildlife agency. The nearest town is Westwood Estates, about 2 miles away. Typical averages from the nearby Miles City weather station show warm summers and cold winters. July is the hottest month, with highs near 89°F and lows around 60°F, and August is close behind at about 87°F. June and September are milder, with highs of 79°F and 76°F. May and June bring the most wet days, about 11 to 12 each month. Winter is harsh. January averages a high of 30°F and a low of 9°F, and December and February stay in the low to mid 30s. Spring and fall are transition seasons. April highs reach about 58°F and October highs about 59°F, with nights dropping to the low to mid 30s. Several other spots lie within a short drive. Sunday Creek, a canoeing route, is about 3 miles away. Spotted Eagle Trail Loop A, a hike, is just under 4 miles off. Matthews Recreation Area offers river fishing about 6 miles from the park.