With a population of just 920 people, Philipsburg certainly qualifies as a tiny town. But for such a small place, it’s quite big on character. In fact, we happen to think it’s a top contender for the best place in Montana. Here’s why.
Its location can’t be beat.
USDARD LAPAS / Flickr Philipsburg is located in Granite County, a scenic and picturesque place in Western Montana known for its mining history. Quiet and rural with plenty of museums and ghost towns, it’s an amazing place to visit or to live.
It’s undeniably charming.
Kate Brady / Flickr Philipsburg has become a favorite vacation destination for both Montanans and out of state tourists. It’s got a 19th century charm that’s hard to find anywhere else.
Despite its small size, there’s always plenty to do here.
PhotographyByPaul / Flickr From Craft Beer Week in May to the Going to the Sun Rally in September, there’s always something fun on the calendar.
The Gem Mountain Sapphire Mine is pretty amazing.
MiddleKid54 / TripAdvisor Sift through sand and stone and find your very own sapphires to take home.
The restaurant selection here is fantastic – especially if you like pizza, BBQ, and good old-fashioned American classics.
JODINALYNN / TripAdvisor UpNSmokin’ Bbq House is outstanding.
There’s even an old-fashioned soda fountain, Doe Brothers.
Pitugolf / TripAdvisor They make an incredible (and huge) banana split here.
Simply put, Philipsburg is a small town that’s big on charm and full of friendly, welcoming people.
Town of Philipsburg MT Facebook It’s really no wonder Montanans tend to fall in love with it.
Philipsburg is a true gem, just like these highly underrated towns in Montana.
USDARD LAPAS / Flickr
Philipsburg is located in Granite County, a scenic and picturesque place in Western Montana known for its mining history. Quiet and rural with plenty of museums and ghost towns, it’s an amazing place to visit or to live.
Kate Brady / Flickr
Philipsburg has become a favorite vacation destination for both Montanans and out of state tourists. It’s got a 19th century charm that’s hard to find anywhere else.
PhotographyByPaul / Flickr
From Craft Beer Week in May to the Going to the Sun Rally in September, there’s always something fun on the calendar.
MiddleKid54 / TripAdvisor
Sift through sand and stone and find your very own sapphires to take home.
JODINALYNN / TripAdvisor
UpNSmokin’ Bbq House is outstanding.
Pitugolf / TripAdvisor
They make an incredible (and huge) banana split here.
Town of Philipsburg MT Facebook
It’s really no wonder Montanans tend to fall in love with it.
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