See the remnants of this 19th century mining town preserved as examples of frontier architecture.
About the Park
Backcountry roads settle you into a 19th century mining landscape before you reach historic Fraternity Hall and Gilliam Hall nestled within the privately owned town of Elkhorn. Bring your camera to record these two picturesque structures from the early-day silver-mining ghost town, preserved as outstanding examples of frontier architecture. Each has been recorded in the Historic American Buildings Survey. Fraternity and Gilliam Halls are the only two buildings owned by MT FWP. These are open for the public to enter but please be sure to close the doors when you leave. The rest of Elkhorn is privately owned. Interpretive signs are present along the streets which visitors are welcome to walk around and view. Please respect all private property and DO NOT TRESPASS!
Some amenities are seasonal. Check with the park for availability.
Pack-in/Pack-out
Portable latrine and picnic tables available for seasonal use
No camping in or within walking distance of Elkhorn
Seasons & Hours
Hours listed below are normal operating hours and may not apply when there is a special restriction or closure. Check Alerts and Closures in the tab below.
See a current list of Restrictions and Closures on State Parks and other FWP lands that may be affected by floods, fire, drought or major maintenance activities.
Volunteer
Contact the park manager for open volunteer positions at Elkhorn State Park.
For complete position descriptions, application forms, and details about Montana State Parks volunteer programs, visit the Volunteers page.
Fees
Montana Residents
Montana residents who pay the $9 state parks fee with their annual vehicle registration have no daily entrance fees to state parks. For residents who don't include this in their vehicle registration, non-resident day use fees apply.
Nonresidents
Day use entrance fee with a vehicle: $8
Day use entrance fee as a walk-in, bicycle or bus passenger: $4
With a Nonresident Entrance Pass: Free
Contact Information
Mailing Address:
FWP Region 3 Headquarters
1400 South 19th Avenue
Bozeman, MT 59718
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