You don't stumble onto Rocky Point by accident. That's rather the point. Rocky Point is a census-designated place (CDP) in Lake County, Montana, United States. As of the 2020 census, Rocky Point had a population of 111.
Fergus County County holds 4 documented ghost towns, including Giltedge, Kendall, Maiden — Rocky Point keeps them company on the map.
The story of Rocky Point
Montana's ghost towns span gold-rush gulches and the great homestead bust that emptied the Hi-Line.
Rocky Point is a census-designated place (CDP) in Lake County, Montana, United States. As of the 2020 census, Rocky Point had a population of 111.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Rocky Point is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.
Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.
Getting there
Here's the honest truth: access to Rocky Point is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times. The mapped point for Rocky Point is roughly 47.7322, -114.1856 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.
Good to know
Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.
Survey Map
Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting
Rocky Point FAQs
01Where is Rocky Point located?
02What county is Rocky Point in?
03What is the history of Rocky Point?
04What remains at Rocky Point today?
05Can you visit Rocky Point?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Rocky Point, Montana”), CC BY-SA.
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