Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site

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A front view of the ranch house.
The front portion of the ranch house was originally built by Canadian fur trader Johnny Grant in 1862.
A view of the rear of the ranch house.
The rear portion of the ranch house was an addition put on by Conrad Kohrs in 1891.
Deer Lodge Mountain rises up over the pastures of Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site.
Deer Lodge Mountain, and the rest of the Flint Creek Range, directly influence the weather in the valley below.
Fenced green pasture in front, 3 ranch buildings across center, blue sky with large white clouds.
Many people are surprised by the first glimpse of the historic ranch buildings.
Herd of cattle moving from back right to front left in front of historic buildings
The ranch cattle herd contains Hereford, Shorthorn and Texas Longhorn, which were popular breeds during the Open Range Cattle Era
Historic buildings surround fenced pasture, cattle being moved by cowboy on horseback toward viewer.
The American Cowboy developed during the Open Range Era and became a cultural icon.
Photos: National Park Service

About Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site

Wide open spaces, the hard-working cowboy, his spirited cow pony, and vast herds of cattle are among the strongest symbols of the American West. Once the headquarters of a 10 million acre cattle empire, Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site preserves these symbols and commemorates the role of cattlemen in American history.

Quick Facts

State Montana
Designation National Historic Site
State Code MT
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Location & Map

Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site is located in Montana.

Operating Hours

Hours for the main historic area of Grant-Kohrs Ranch, the Visitor Center and Interpretive Ranger programs.

Wednesday 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Monday 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Thursday 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Sunday 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Friday 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Saturday 9:00AM - 4:30PM

Activities

Arts and Culture Fishing Freshwater Fishing Fly Fishing Guided Tours Hiking Front-Country Hiking Living History Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching

Getting There

Arriving from the east: Take Interstate 90, exit 187. Drive through town, approximately 2.5 miles. Turn left onto Grant Circle and enter the park. Arriving from the west: Take Interstate 90, exit 184. Turn right. Drive approximately 3/4 of a mile. Turn right on to Grant Circle and enter the park.

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Contact & Address

Address 251 Grant Circle, Deer Lodge, MT, 59722
Phone 4068462070
Email grko_interpretation@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

Farming and Agriculture Ranches Animals Birds

Things To Do

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Park Store

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Visitor Centers

Visitor Center at Grant-Kohrs Ranch

Located just on the west end of the main parking lot, the visitor center can provide you with program information, park pamphlets, area information, and…

Hours: Grant-Kohrs Ranch is open year-round. The ranch grounds and Visitor Center are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day.

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