The name says Prison Museum, but you are really visiting an extensive collection of automobiles…read more(and before they were automated), a prison used until 1961, a toy museum and art. Spread over four buildings (well, the prison is a lot of buildings) on both sides of the street. So it's more than an old prison. To begin with, the prison grounds are under going some repair work. Pathways are being repaired, stair ways closed off. There is a lot of walking outdoors to see the areas open to the public so be sure you are dressed for the weather. Cells in the new prison and women's prison are open including the 'hole' and other cells used for punishment. The guide book tells you about those. Dining room, job placement office, social services, visitor room, 'the tunnel', shower room and clinic are some of the sites you can see or enter. Signs around the property give information. The auto collection goes on and on. From horse drawn on thru the years it's quite the collection. Each vehicle has a bit of info. A small display shows the Yellowstone trail which states that was the first trans-continent roadway from Boston to Seattle. Never heard of that and now I want to know more. The museum has an annual fund raiser to support museum upkeep. Buying raffle tickets helps keep the doors open. This years raffle is a 1965 Mustang GT! Drawing is in December and tickets are a tenner each. Go get ya some. We arrived after lunch and did not have time to view the other two museum locations across the road. We did however have time to get some ice cream from the shop near the entrance before getting back on the road. Also, there is a little free library at the entrance where you can take one or leave one. We parked street side. Restrooms are off the gift shop. Deerlodge is a cute little town with a National Park on the other end that is well worth a visit as well. A very family friendly stop.

Such a unique experience to see a big piece of Montana history. This prison was the first in the…read morestate and was the state prison through the late 1970's. You can definitely feel the impact from those who served sentences here.

This is a top notch gallery with some of the best artists in the US. It's location in the quaint…read morelittle western town of Philipsburg is the perfect setting for the artwork available in the gallery.

Illume is a refreshing find. Having spent plenty of time in galleries across the country, I've…read morelearned to look past the walls and into the quality of the curation itself. I recently walked away with a piece for my own collection; the work here is exceptional. Technically sound, thoughtfully selected, and possessing a depth that is becoming increasingly rare. What rounds out the experience is the staff. It's a pleasure to speak with people who are as knowledgeable as they are kind; they clearly have a deep respect for the artists they represent without the pretension you sometimes find in this industry. Whether you're looking for a specific addition to a collection or just want to see high-caliber contemporary work, this gallery is well worth the stop. It's easily one of the more impressive collections I've come across in some time.

I ordered pizza from here, it was delicious would definitely recommend them. The pizza was well…read morecooked and overall great.

This place is fantastic!…read more It's really neat on the inside. Everything is sparkling clean. Service was outstanding. She was bubbly and cheerful and you can tell she loves her job. The food was the best we had in town. I will stop by next summer on my trip through. They don't serve liquor.

Where do I begin to explain what an amazing experience we had at the Ranch. We arrived with a…read moregroup in total of 31 for a family reunion of sorts, and were all wowed by the service and special touches. Even from the pickup, I knew this experience would be special. I had a great conversation with Nora as she and some colleagues picked us up from Missoula and drove us to the Ranch. She talked about what makes this ranch so special and all the things she enjoys doing there. After a prior day of travel, it was also very nice to stretch out in the large vehicles provided (with water and snacks) and enjoy the amazing drive. We also had a side stop in Philipsburg where my two children really enjoyed the candy store! Once we made it to the Ranch, the wow's just kept coming. After dropping our bags, we had some of the best farm to table food I've ever had! The chefs take great pride in the food they are putting on the table the ingredients they select from. The service in the main dining hall (The Buckle Barn) is also top notch! Big shout outs to Storm and Claire! Storm took the time to get to know my kids and their VERY PICKY eating habits and had their specialty meals waiting for them for when we sat down to eat. Doing this simple task of getting a food for a child (that's not even on a kid's menu) really but my anxious mind at ease over the fear of "what will they eat this trip???". Side note: There was also a picnic lunch one day and without asking, Storm also had those sandwiches already packed in our lunch bag. Having two young children on a trip, it's often seen as parenting in a different location, not the case here. The Ranch provided camp for my two children with some of their younger cousin's every day, both morning and the afternoon so they could go and enjoy the Ranch at their pace. They got to fish, took UTV rides, made tie-dye t-shirts, mined for sapphires, and many arts and crafts, all in the beautiful surroundings of nature. This wonderful accommodation allowed my husband and I to have an actual vacation while away. We flyfished, went to the multiple gun ranges, sat by the creek, rode horses (request the guide Sierra, she's great!), did archery and ropes courses, and got to enjoy the time together. The accomidations were very lovely. Our large group took over 4 of the 5 cabins and each had their own charm. We watched the 4th of July fireworks from the comfort of the porch wrapped up in the cozy robe provided by the Ranch. Each night after a long day of activities and wonderful food either in the Buckle Barn or out by the Pebble Pond, you would come back to your bed turned down with a wonderful new product waiting for you provided by the Spa. I can't say enough good things about the time we had at the Ranch at Rock Creek and can only wish to one day return to the flowing waters of it's cool creek, and the stary sky's that light the way.

Amazing! Not sure where to start!! Our family of 4 spent the week of Thanksgiving '24 here at The…read moreRanch at Rock Creek and had a culmination of experiences that would forever be remembered. We flew into Missoula and spent one night at a downtown hotel before making our way to the ranch. From the moment the RC driver met us in the hotel lobby to the time we were dropped off at the airport we were impressed. The experiences at RC was totally awesome. Each time we would head out with our private guide we embarked on an unforgettable journey. We started off as a family doing the UTV tour of the ranch. Absolutely beautiful and serene time! One of my favorite experiences was the respite by the creeks edge. The staff had made a fire for us, placed some hammocks out, some games and books on our picnic bench. This was of course accompanied by a great bottle of wine and a charcuterie board! Our kids did some fly fishing while mom and I relaxed that afternoon. All of the facilities are top-notch and there is a ton of detail at every turn on this property. Some of our favorite shooting experiences were the rifle range and revolver shooting course with our guides Karson & Robert. The food at RC is an experience in itself and as good as you can imagine. We were lucky enough to meet the new chef Zach and he is truly passionate about his work! His first meal at the ranch was nothing short of amazing. Each dish was absolutely incredible & ultra tasty! The entire staff was so kind and attentive to us which we truly appreciated. Many thanks to Candace to making sure everything was perfect for us! Emily our breakfast server was so kind and thoughtful in the way she greeted & served us each morning! Brett was our dinner server most nights and he was always a joy to be around. He was also quite fast on the 5k Thanksgiving day but not quite as fast as Reed! Overall we had a some incredible expierences and plan to return to RC in the near future!

Rock Creek Cattle Company is a first class establishment. The service and warm reception from the…read morestaff made me feel at home immediately. The meals were some of the best I've had at any resort I've ever visited and the golf course was immaculate with gorgeous scenery on every hole. I can not recommend Rock Creek Cattle Company enough. This is true living!

Maybe the best place in America for a family golf, shooting and fishing vacation. From the amazing…read moreproperty to the phenomenal service, this private club cannot be beat.

Not a bad place decent enough service and alright food I would come back in the futureread more

Love the food and it is good because you can play games with your family like golf…read moreAnd it is good for the whole entire family for birthdays to the lodge. Family is fun.

Every now and then, you stumble into a spot that just nails it. That's exactly what happened with…read morethis café. From the moment I walked in, it had that cozy-but-alive vibe -- music at the right volume, sunlight coming through the windows, and that faint smell of espresso in the air. I wasn't even planning to order a milkshake, but when I saw it on the menu, something just said, "Do it." And wow... 100% the right call. Thick, creamy, not too sweet, with just enough richness to make you slow down and actually enjoy it. You know that moment when you take the first sip and instantly realize you're going to remember it? Yeah -- that. The staff was warm and laid-back, the kind of people who make you feel like a regular even if it's your first time there. And while the shake was the star of the show, everything else -- from the atmosphere to the service -- made it a full 5-star experience. This place isn't just somewhere you grab a drink -- it's somewhere you want to hang out, maybe even lose track of time.

What else could you want in a bar, really?…read more The location, conveniently located in the middle of nowhere, or about half way between Missoula and Seeley lake this gem is tucked away behind the gas station at the junction of 200 and 83. Come for the ice cold beer, stay for the corn dogs, or keno, your choice! 5 stars.

Amazing place to see beautiful vintage cars. The collection is the best, I have ever seen…read more The staff is lovely! The store is fun. Thank you.

I stopped in here with the lowest of low expectations. No offense intended, but this is rural…read moreMontana. This isn't even a big Montana city like Butte or Bozeman or Billings. We're in Deer Lodge off I-90. It's going to be an opportunity to stretch my legs and see some rustbuckets, right? Wrong! This is quite the impressive collection of vintage, unique and collectible classic automobiles in pristine condition. Among others, a 1912 Buick Model 35 Four, a 1913 Cadillac, a 1915 Ford Model T, a 1931 Ford Model A, a 1934 Packard 110 Special, a 1958 Chevy Impala, a 1958 Porsche 356A, a 1959 BMW Isetta and more. The museum is arranged chronologically and it's awesome that every single vehicle on display was accompanied by a detailed caption with a couple of paragraphs of detail, the specifications of the vehicle and its own personal history including how it came to land here at the Montana Auto Lodge. This museum is worth going out of your way to visit. I've been to car museums in some minor cities like Tallahassee, Nashville and Myrtle Beach. And museums in big cities like Turin Italy and Sinsheim Germany. And the big daddies including the Corvette Museum in Bowling Green Kentucky, Ford Museum in Dearborn Michigan and both the Porsche and Mercedes-Benz Museums in Stuttgart. See https://www.yelp.com/collection/0cY-NQxr4PY3Wntj3uA-xw for a list. While the Montana Auto Museum isn't a gigantic collection, it is impressive for its breadth and the great condition of the vehicles on display I've posted a few pictures with this review. My complete collection of photos is here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/352ewb6ask3ms75/AACDAza_JzZGqV8r1ePcLoVca?dl=0. If you are ANYWHERE near western Montana and interested in classic cars, make the trip to check it out. [Review 17124 overall - 40 in Montana - 640 of 2022.]