Garnet Ghost Town
HAUNTED FM · LOCATION FILE 072
Drummond area · Montana · Towns & trails
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Ghost town · Outdoor visit
Surviving mining-town buildings; seasonal road access requires planning.
Historical background
Garnet is a ghost town in Granite County, Montana, United States. A thriving mining town in the 1890s, Garnet's population declined when local hard rock mines closed. The remaining buildings have been preserved and are open to visitors. The site is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Garnet is located 11 miles (18 km) north of the junction of Interstate 90, U.S. Route 12 and Bear Gulch Rd. in the Bureau of Land Management's Garnet Resource Area.
Background excerpt: Garnet, Montana, Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0. Excerpted from the introduction; formatting simplified. Contributor history.
The story behind the stop
“Ghost town” describes a settlement’s history and population, not proof of resident spirits. Read the source account ↗
Plan your visit
Use the designated public entrance during permitted hours. Check local opening rules and weather before setting out. Outdoor access does not include neighboring buildings, private property, or entry after closing.
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Prepared October 2, 2026. Opening hours, prices, access, and tour availability are not monitored in real time.
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