If you are true lovers of old American towns from the XIX century then Hornet is a jewel to visit.
This town is hidden in the Garnet Mountain Range, east of Missoula.
The name come from the semi-precious ruby coloured stone found in the area. Big towns such as Missoula and Deer Lodge were close enough to get the supplies needed.
By January 1898 nearly 1,000 people lived in Garnet.
There were stores and hotels and up to 13 saloons but the crime rate was low… There was also a school and 41 students.
But with the turning of the XX century many mines were abandoned and the population dropped to 150 persons. And in the 40’s Garnet became a ghost town.
These old towns give you a glimpse of the life back in the west during the gold rush.
More to read at : http://www.garnetghosttown.org
