Ghost Towns   Charter Oak Mine and Mill

Ghost Towns of Gold West Country: Charter Oak Mine and Mill

The Charter Oak Mine and Mill was a lode mine and mill active off and on from 1916 to 1955. It is located near the Little Blackfoot River south of the community of Elliston. It contains standing buildings and mining-milling buildings and equipment. The mine has been stabilized and interpreted, and is open for public visitation on select summer weekends.

Contact Information

Helena National Forest
2880 Skyway Drive
Helena, MT 59602
Phone: 406-449-5201

For FREE Gold West travel information call 1-800-879-1159 or request online.
1105 Main Street, Deer Lodge, MT 59722

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