Grant, MT

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Founded in 1862 and named after the local Bannock Indians, it was the site of a major gold discovery in 1862, and served as the capital of Montana Territory briefly in 1864, until the capital was moved to Virginia City. Bannack continued as a mining town, though with a dwindling population. The last residents left in the 1970s.

At its peak, Bannack had a population of about ten thousand. Extremely remote, it was connected to the rest of the world only by the Montana Trail. There were three hotels, three bakeries, three blacksmith shops, two stables, two meat markets, a grocery store, a restaurant, a brewery, a billiard hall, and four saloons. Though all of the businesses were built of logs, some had decorative false fronts.

Bannack State Park

You can take time to visit Bannack State Park during your travels to Bannack.

Beaverhead County Museum

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You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Beaverhead County Museum during your trip to Dillon. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

The University of Montana Western

Explore the campus of The University of Montana Western during your visit to Dillon. While in this walkable area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Beaverhead Golf Course

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Enjoy a round of golf in Dillon at Beaverhead Golf Course. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Birdseye View Trailhead

You can take time to visit Birdseye View Trailhead during your travels to Bannack.

Bannack Townsite Pedestrian East Trailhead

You can take time to visit Bannack Townsite Pedestrian East Trailhead during your travels to Bannack.

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