Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Location & Basics: Billings is the largest city in south-central Montana and the county seat of Yellowstone County. Population ~110,000 (2021 estimate). Nicknamed "Magic City" for its rapid early-20th-century growth as a railroad hub.
Major sectors: healthcare, education, energy, tourism. Situated on the Yellowstone River amid rolling hills and buttes; semi-arid climate with warm summers, cold winters.
Diverse arts scene: museums (Yellowstone Art Museum, Western Heritage Center), theaters, festivals (MontanaFair, Western Art Week). Outdoor access: hiking, fishing, boating, skiing in nearby Beartooth Mountains. Gateway to Yellowstone National Park (~150 miles south).
Higher ed: Montana State University Billings, Rocky Mountain College, Carroll College. Served by Billings Logan International Airport; regional bus/rail hub.