Activities/Museums
Philipsburg, MT

Philipsburg, Montana offers activities of all sorts from Montana sapphire mining (and mining for other gemstones and precious metals) to live theater at the Opera House, Blue Ribbon Montana fishing, beautiful mountain hiking, winter snowmobiling, camping and much more. If you want something to do on your Montana vacation, visit Philipsburg!
The photo to the right is people mining for Montana sapphires and other precious stones in the flume at Montana Gems of Philipsburg on a beautiful spring day in Philipsburg.

Bickerstaff Book Sellers
Quaint English style cottage, New and Used bookstore located in the heart of scenic, historic Philipsburg, Montana. Small independent owned, specializing in books about Montana and the West. Great children's section.
Open daily from Noon - 4 pm
P.O. Box 146
Philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: Mar 30, 2012 - Updated: Oct 25, 2023
Discovery Ski Area
Fantastic skiing and spectacular views are afforded from Discovery Ski Area, and the scenic drive down the Flint Creek Canyon on Montana Highway 1 to your overnight lodging in Philipsburg, Montana is a spectacular cap to your Montana winter ski vacation.
Added: Mar 29, 2012 - Updated: Jan 3, 2013

Duane's Ice Fishing Rentals
Georgetown Lake - Ice Fishing Equipment Rentals!
Icehouses: 1 man to 7 man
Heaters
Chairs
Augers
Ice Fishing Poles
Lures
Bait
Complete Ice-Fishing Packages and set-up available!
Contact Duane Solberg (406) 560-3732 or
find him at the Brown Derby Restaurant Thursday - Sunday.
Added: Nov 27, 2015
Flint Creek Outdoors
Fly shop and guide service
Added: Mar 29, 2012 - Updated: Mar 31, 2012
Friends of the Philipsburg Library
The Friends of the Philipsburg Library is a group of community volunteers that provides support to the Philipsburg Public Library. The Friends group supports events, book sales and educational programs for the community. They also assist the Library with special projects and purchases not covered by the Library's operating budget. New members are always welcome!
Added: Mar 1, 2018

Gilmer & Salisbury Stage Line Rides
Discover 1866 Philipsburg, MT with Gilmer & Salisbury Stage line. Relax in our historic Hendersen built Mudwagon for a 45-minute,3 mile narrated tour.
Open May 15th, 2021 - weather permitting, 10am - 5pm
Philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: Mar 26, 2021 - Updated: Apr 7, 2021

Granite County Museum
The Granite County Museum in Philipsburg, Montana offers two levels of exhibits and great information on the colorful history of the area, from mining to cattle ranching. Visit the museum on your Southwest Montana vacation and learn a little more about the wild west. The gift shop offers many souvenirs for your Montana vacation. Community center available if you're planning a gathering during your Philipsburg vacation.
Open Daily from Noon to 4pm, Memorial Day through September.
P.O. Box 502
Philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: Mar 29, 2012 - Updated: Jun 18, 2015

Granite Ghost Town
Discovered in 1872, Granite mine was the richest silver mine on the earth. In 1893, The miner's backers thought the venture was hopeless and ordered an end to its operation, but the last blast on the last shift uncovered a bonanza, which yielded $40,000,000.
Today it is a fantastic ghost town with spectacular views, a guided walk complete with information placards. The shell of the Miners' Union Hall still stands. The roof supports have caved to the bottom floor, the third-floor dance hall,...
Added: Mar 1, 2015 - Updated: Mar 2, 2015

K9 Care of Montana
The K9 Care Montana program is a non-profit 501c3, which provides customized summer & winter outdoor activities for special needs children and their families in a relaxing therapeutic setting. We have many activities to choose from, allowing us to provide families with a true western Montana experience. Located just outside Historic Philipsburg, Montana, our staff will personalize your vacation.
Added: Oct 8, 2012

Montana Gems of Philipsburg
Mine Montana sapphires and other gems in our running water flume! All kids get a free geode when mining. Visit our store for Made in Montana treasures, faceting services, custom jewelry creations and friendly staff. Mine your own gem or choose from our selection of sapphire, garnet, Montana agates and Idaho opals. Order on-line for year-round Montana sapphire mining fun in your own home!
P.O. Box 825
Philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: Mar 30, 2012 - Updated: Mar 27, 2018

Montana Law Enforcement Museum
The Montana Law Enforcement Museum is located in historic downtown Philipsburg, 212 E Broadway. The Museum provides a look at the history of law enforcement in
Montana.
Admission is free and the Museum is open May 1 - September 30
from 11 am to 5 pm, Wednesday -Sunday.
Philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: Feb 21, 2016 - Updated: Apr 19, 2016
Philipsburg Chamber of Commerce
The Philipsburg Chamber of Commerce welcomes all businesses in the local community to join together in promoting events and presenting new ideas. They offer education for the business and local community and host fund-raisers to beautify the town.
The Philipsburg Chamber puts on several events throughout the year, the main one being Flint Creek Valley Days Parade and car show.
The Philipsburg Chamber puts out a great publication called "Philipsburg Territory" that provides invaluable...
P.O. Box 661
Philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: May 22, 2013
Philipsburg Library
In addition to over 5,000 books and movies, the Library offers: free Wi-Fi, public computers, and Kindles available for borrowing; access to a scanner, copier, printer, fax machine, and 3D Printer; a small meeting area for community use; board games, children's toys, and art supplies. The Library also offers free access to 400,000+ titles through the Montana Partners Sharing Group and 20,000+ eBooks and Audiobooks available to download or stream. Our programs include a monthly book club, weekly...
P.O. Box 339
Philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: Mar 1, 2018

Philipsburg rotary
Local Philipsburg rotary club.
Check here for information on relocating to Philipsburg: http://www.philipsburgrotary.org/#!/philipsburglife
Added: Mar 30, 2012 - Updated: Aug 23, 2013

Philipsburg Theatre
Currently the oldest operating theatre in Montana. This venue has been the home of live theatre for years but now is also offering live music, movies, magicians and more!
Come enjoy this fabulous, historic theatre in downtown Philipsburg.
P.O. Box 36
Philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: Feb 15, 2020
Renew Wellness
Lisa blends years of massage and teaching yoga alignment along with anatomy insight, health tips and breath work into each treatment. Every session is personally unique in focus and direction depending on your needs. Oftentimes multiple modalities are used for more effective results. So, whether you are seeking treatment for a specific pain or problem area resulting from a sports injury, car accident, old injury that flares on occasion or chronic discomfort, Lisa is the massage therapist for...
Added: Jun 24, 2021
School House Museum & Antiques
An authentic 1912 school house in Philipsburg, Montana that's been turned into a museum. Private collection of great local artifacts & photos and owner Joe is a wealth of information.
Added: Jun 13, 2012 - Updated: Jan 3, 2013
The Off-Grid Artisan
Pennie Wrapped Western Jewelry & Art
Handmade Western Jewelry, Home Decor, and Gifts.
Open Thursday-Sunday 11 am - 5 pm
Philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: Mar 29, 2012 - Updated: Oct 25, 2023
VFW Post 8292
VFW Post 8292, place for drinks and gathering. Live music on occasion.
PO Box 825
philipsburg, MT 59858
Added: Mar 31, 2012
Visit Hope County
“Hope County” may be fictitious, but the mountains, rivers and wildlife that inspired Far Cry 5 are very real and based on the landscape of Southwest Montana. Dig deeper into the visually stunning scenery that backdrops the game, and plan your own Montana adventure in the “Last Best Place.” Open trails and big skies await you in this magnificent region of the western United States. Welcome to Hope County!
Added: Apr 7, 2018 - Updated: Mar 26, 2021