Ghosts of Bannack

Exploring Montana’s First Territorial Capital

Related campgrounds: Bannack

Continuing north, we explore Bannack State Park—walking among ghostly streets, peering inside old structures, and ending at the gallows and cemetery where echoes of the past linger in the silence. Welcome back to the 2025 Campvue Northern Tour. In this episode, we arrive at Bannack State Park in Montana, the state’s first territorial capital and one of the best-preserved ghost towns in the West. We spend the day wandering through its historic streets, exploring buildings inside and out—from the old hotel and schoolhouse to cabins and storefronts that once buzzed with frontier life. We also visit the gallows and cemetery, reminders of Bannack’s rough-and-tumble past and the challenges faced by early settlers. It’s an immersive walk through history, bringing the Old West to life in a way that only Bannack can. Be sure to catch up on our earlier episodes in the Northern Tour—there’s plenty more to enjoy if you’re looking for travel inspiration, history, or just a way to unwind.