Glendale
The Smelter City
State: Montana
County: Beaverhead County
Founded: 1875
Abandoned: 1900
Peak Population: 2,000
Glendale smelted ore from the Hecla mines (Lion City). It was a major industrial center. Its most famous landmark is the tall brick smelter stack that still stands among the ruins of the charcoal kilns and foundations.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Easy (dirt road)
Time Needed: 1 hour
Quick Facts
- Famous smelter stack remains
- Processed Hecla ore
- Charcoal kilns visible
Location
Address: Trapper Creek, MT
Coordinates: 45.6, -112.8