Terry rewards residents with Yellowstone River views, open skies, and a pace that leaves room for what matters. As the county seat of Prairie County, the town sits along I-94, putting day trips to Glendive and regional hub Miles City in easy reach, with broader services and events across Custer County.
Outdoors, Terry punches above its weight. The otherworldly formations of the Bureau of Land Management’s Terry Badlands Wilderness Study Area invite hiking, photography, and stargazing, with high-desert solitude just minutes from town; start planning with the official guide to the Terry Badlands Wilderness Study Area. The Yellowstone River skirts the community, offering paddling, fishing, and birding along the Yellowstone River Water Trail, a favorite for families and anglers who appreciate room to roam.
History and culture run deep here. At the Prairie County Museum & Evelyn Cameron Gallery, you’ll discover frontier stories and the remarkable photographic legacy of Evelyn Cameron. Staycation weekend? The historic Kempton Hotel anchors downtown with Victorian-era character and true small-town hospitality. Community traditions—from school ballgames to county fairs—bring neighbors together and keep calendars comfortably full.
Families value the close-knit K–12 campus and the way teachers know students by name, while commuters appreciate straightforward routes to jobs throughout the region. Whether you’re searching for an affordable starter, acreage with views, or planning a sale, Agent Pronto can connect buyers and sellers with a proven local real estate pro to make the next move simple.