State Park
Most Difficult Accessibility
Region 2 | Gold West Country
The remnants of this once thriving 1890's silver boomtown bear stark witness to Montana's boom-and-bust mining history. The park preserves the Granite Mine Superintendent's House and ruins of the old miners' Union Hall which have been included in the Historic American Buildings Survey. This remote mining camp calls for a camera.
The road from Philipsburg to Granite gains 1,280 feet in elevation. The road is narrow, steep and winding. Be prepared to pull over for oncoming traffic and enjoy the vistas. A vehicle with good clearance is recommended.
From the flashing light/stop sign in the middle of Philipsburg, turn right. Just past the railroad trestle, turn left. Follow this gravel road for approximately a mile, then turn right at the sign marking the way. Granite is approximately 4 miles from Philipsburg townsite. (Lat 46.319, Lng -113.257)
If you have questions or comments please send mail to: Granite Ghost Town, 3201 Spurgin Road Missoula, MT 59804 or call (406) 542-5500.
