Philipsburg is an outdoors person’s dream… Fly-fishing, hiking the Pintler Wilderness, ATV riding roads, horseback riding, Georgetown Lake, camping, mountain biking, shopping, and, of course, great food. In the winter, you will enjoy skiing at Discovery Ski Area and ice fishing on Georgetown Lake. The hidden gem is Garnet Ghost Town located just outside of town. There are still some (partially) standing buildings and the remnants of the old mine but it is a wonderful place to enjoy.
Everything downtown is within walking distance – all three blocks – where you can shop, eat, pan for sapphires, and of course, a brewery.
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Montana Made
147 W. Broadway
Philipsburg, Montana 59858
(406) 859-4747
10am – 5pm Daily
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Meadowlark Moose in Philipsburg, Montana is a must visit. All products are Montana made and carry the seal. They offer a wide variety of items that are locally sourced, as well as, from artisans throughout Montana[/two-thirds]
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Pintler Ranger District
88 Business Loop
Philipsburg, Montana 59858
(406) 859-3211
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Flint Creek is a great little Montana brown trout stream. Flint Creek flows from Georgetown Lake to its confluence with the Clark Fork River. A small stream which is mainly on private land but there are many bridges and fishing access location for anglers to take advantage of. There are many deep pools and undercut banks that provide cover for the brown trout.
Mainly a brown trout stream but you will find rainbows and cutthroat in the upper section as you get closer to Georgetown Lake. Flint Creek water gets fairly low as the season moves to late summer.[/two-thirds]
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135 S. Sansome Street
Philipsburg, Montana 59858
(406) 859-3020
12pm – 4pm Daily
Winter
By Appointment
Gift Shop
Conference Center
Mining Artifacts
Children under 12 Free
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The Granite County Museum and Cultural Center main floor allows visitors to view a continuously evolving display of historical exhibits, including photos, clothing, and other belongings of former residents of Granite County. Downstairs there is a mural of a mining community, complete with an assay office, a bank with a coin collection found beneath a miner’s cabin, and a reconstructed miner’s cabin.
In the 1860’s, Granite County was home to one of the richest silver strikes in the country. In 1996, a replica of an underground silver mine was built in the museum. The simulated mine shaft and drift is realistic and includes a compressor, a hoist house, several ore cars, and various other pieces of mining equipment. The exhibit is intended to give the visitor a glimpse into the daily routine of a turn-of-the-century underground miner in Granite County. In addition to the shaft, the exhibit allows a look inside a miner’s cabin to see how the early prospectors lived, and it allows an observation of a fire assay lab where ore samples were analyzed and processed to determine the mineral and precious metal content. [/two-thirds]
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State Park
347 Granite Road
Philipsburg, Montana 59858
Daylight Hour Only
Photography
Wildlife Viewing
History
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Granite Ghost Town State Park showcases remnants of this once thriving 1890s silver boomtown that bears stark witness to Montana’s boom-and-bust mining history. Hector Horton first discovered silver in the general area in 1865. In the autumn of 1872 the Granite mine was discovered by a prospector named Holland. The mine was relocated in 1875. This was the richest silver mine on the earth, and it might never have been discovered if a telegram from the east hadn’t been delayed. The miner’s backers thought the venture was hopeless and ordered an end to its operation, but since that message was delayed the miners worked on and the last blast on the last shift uncovered a bonanza, which yielded $40,000,000. [/two-thirds]
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204 West Broadway
Philipsburg, Montana 59858
(406) 859-6725
Montana Sapphires
Jewelry Store
Family Activity
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At Montana Gems, you can mine sapphires using our outdoor running water flume. We offer a variety of Montana sapphire gravel kits to mine on site or to purchase for an “at-home mining” experience. Our Montana sapphire gravel kits include Yogo dike ore, unwashed El Dorado sapphire mine gravel and Rock Creek sapphire gravel from Melee Gulch – another private claim in the Sapphire Mountains of Philipsburg. We create many styles of custom jewelry including our famous Montana sapphire jewelry set in sterling silver and 14K gold. We also incorporate our local gems into ready to wear earrings, rings, pendants and bracelets. Mine your Montana Sapphire here at Montana Gems of Philipsburg and let us help you create a lasting memory in a piece of jewelry that fits your style and budget.[/two-thirds]
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140 South Sansome
Philipsburg, Montana 59858
(406) 859-0013
Season Opens June 21
Seasons Closes Aug 26
Psych
Having Hope at Home
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The Opera House Theatre Company, while housed in the oldest theatre in Montana, is the youngest theatre company in the State. We are proud of our progress. Thanks to the endless efforts of Artistic Directors, Jonn Jorgensen, D. J. Gommels, Colleen Watson and David Mills-Low vibrant and enthusiastic ensembles, community encouragement, donations of time, props, and materials and theatre supporters we are encouraged. As quoted in the Missoulian… “they just get better and better.”
Owners and producers Tim and Claudette Dringle began work on their dream of restoring this remarkable historic Opera House Theatre back in 2000.
Now they invite you to join them, enjoy a fabulous performance of Vaudeville, Comedy or Drama, (with a great bag of popcorn “with real butter” during intermission!) and Celebrate our Past and our Future![/two-thirds]
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MT-38
Skalkaho Falls
Many Photo Opportunities
No Services
Closed Winters
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The Skalkaho Scenic Highway is a 54 mile road which is mainly unpaved. You will find the Skalkaho Falls close to the top of the Pass at 7,258 feet (2,212 m) above sea level.
The road over the pass connects the towns of Hamilton in the Bitterroot Valley and Philipsburg in Flint Creek Valley and remains the only direct route between these two important agricultural areas. Originally an Indian route, Highway 38 was built in 1924 to link mountainous mining areas with the agricultural settlements in the valleys. The route is closed during winter due to heavy snowfall.[/two-thirds]
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180 Discovery Basin Road
Anaconda, Montana 59711
(406) 563-2184
2 Doubles
1 Surface
Tap’er Lite Bar
Rental Shop
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Discovery Ski Area has three faces. The front face is the perfect blend of gently sloping runs and more advanced groomed cruisers. Off the Granite Chair, things step up a notch with steeper groomed runs and mogul skiing. And the backside? Well, imagine the Chugach without the costly helicopter ride. Point is, we have great terrain and lots of it. No matter what kind of mountain you like, you just discovered it.
Discovery also offers a lot of downhill thrills during the summer months at the Discovery Bike Park from June 18th through October. The trails are intermediate to advanced with loads of features for downhill riders to enjoy. You can learn more about the bike park by going here.
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MT-1
Philipsburg, Montana 59858
(406) 563-2184
11am – 5pm
Single Ride Pass $12
All Mountain Park Pass$32
Season Pass $190
Minimum Age 7 years old
No Rentals
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Discovery Bike Park is a fun, challenging course designed for intermediate and experienced mountain bikers and park riders. The park is located on the backside of Discovery and drops riders approximately 1,050 vertical feet. Features include wall rides, bridges, jumps, logs and drops. The park is professionally maintained to smooth out jarring ruts and washboarding for a true pro-style experience. Inexperienced riders will have an opportunity every Saturday to learn new downhill skills during a 2 hour lesson from 11-1 pm. Please call (406)563-2184 ahead of time so we can plan for staffing.
For those looking for a warm-up, there will be a hill climb for riders to access the park with hair-raising descents and plenty of single track. For riders wanting to power themselves up the mountain, the trail-use-only ticket is just $5 or jump on the Silver Chief Chairlift for $32.
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Near Discovery Ski Area
email: echolaketrails@gmail.com
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Echo Lake Trails Association was formed to encourage and support fun, community, and healthy living all year round. Echo Lake trail heads are located near Discovery Basin Ski Area. One trail head is accessed by the parking lot near the Anaconda lift. ELTA has recently worked with the U.S.F.S to provide additional parking located approximately 1/4 miles before Discovery, off the main Discovery Road known as the “Midway” Trailhead and we are encouraging users to park here if possible. This parking area gives users access to both the Cable Trails and the Echo Lake Trails with ample parking available.[/two-thirds]
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Royal Tine Outfitters
P.O. Box 809
Philipsburg, Montana 59858
(406) 859-5138
Fishing Trips
Backcountry Pack Trips
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Royal Tine Outfitters offers horseback trail rides during the months of July, August and September. Trail rides are a great way to spend some relaxing time riding horses with friends and family in the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Montana. So, grab some pals or loved ones and get out of town and get close to nature!
Our horses are calm and gentle and the scenery is incredible. Previous riding experience is not necessary to participate in one of our guided trail rides.
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The Sweet Palace
Phililpsburg, MT
The best Candy Store in Montana
Flint Creek Outdoors
Philipsburg, MT
Fishing Guides & Gear
Montana Gems
Philipsburg, MT
Mine for Montana Sapphires – Gold panning – Large knife display – Gemstone heat-treating and faceting services.
Sew Unique
Philipsburg, MT
Fabric – Notions – Custom Quilting – Classes