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Deer Lodge is a town in southwestern Montana. About 3,000 people live there.
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Genuine artifacts from the American west between 1829 and 1900. Not the inaccurate reproductions seen in the movies.
At the site of ranches belonging to Johnny Grant and Conrad Kohrs, this park commemorates the role of cattlemen in the American West.
Historic caboose and a pair of locomotives, a tie to the time when Deer Lodge was a major railroad town. You can see the exteriors any time, with no ticket.
Over 150 cars on display, mostly classic American models.
The grey, castle-like walls of the old prison dominate Main Street at the heart of town. Prisoners were incarcerated here from 1871 to the late 1970s. Now the cells and buildings hold memorabilia of prisoners and guards alike. Several buildings on the grounds are accessible, though getting to them requires walking outside under the elements.
Pictures and exhibits of life in early Montana. Mining, furniture, and wagons are displayed.
Model railroad artifacts, as a tribute to Deer Lodge's history as a railroad town. Antique dolls from as far back as 1835. Also a case of antique Hot Wheel cars.
The John and Dorothy Wilson Memorial Skatepark opened in 2022. Built with donations from Montana Pool Service, this is a high quality park for a small town
Bowling center with pizza, wings, and sandwiches.
Variety of food, as the name says
Locally owned grocery store.
Coffee, smoothies, and power shakes.
Family friendly tavern with occasional entertainment. Pulled pork nachos and other food.
Variety of beer from Montana and nearby states on tap.
Full service RV and tent campground. Rates include water, electricity, wi-fi, sewer/trailer dump, and shower services. On-site laundry facilities. Might be a little noisy, situated next to I-90.
Unique rooms with a western movie theme. Fridge/microwave, free wi-fi.
Charming and comfortable home with 4 rooms on the second floor. Within walking distance of Main St.
Variety of crafts created by inmates. Braided horsehair, beading, leatherwork, and other products.
Good variety of Montana Made products, stock rotates so you will always find something new.
Antique store located in the old Warden's home.
Interstate 90 runs nearby, giving access from the northwest (Missoula) and the southeast (Butte and Bozeman).
Read in the guideThis is the West, distances are large and transit is scarce. You will need an auto to get in and to many parts of town.
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Butte · Regional · BTM
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