Fee: Montana residents with $9 state parks registration: no daily entrance fee. Nonresidents: $8 per vehicle, $4 walk-in/bicycle. Day use only.
About this park
Fort Owen State Park is a 1.9-acre historic site at 3,398 feet that preserves Montana's first permanent European-style settlement, established in 1850. The location hosted the state's first sawmill, gristmill, irrigation system, cattle herd, and European-style school. Visitors can see the adobe East Barracks built in 1857, the original root cellar, and the well. Interpretive displays tell the story of the post, and the park offers cultural heritage tours, photography, and picnicking. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The park is ADA accessible and pet friendly, with vault toilets, picnic tables, and parking. It is open March 1 through October 31, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, and closed from November through February.
Fort Owen State Park FAQ
Where is Fort Owen State Park located?
Fort Owen State Park is in Stevensville, Montana, at 99 Fort Owen Ranch Rd.. GPS coordinates: 46.51948, -114.09705. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Fort Owen State Park?
Montana residents with $9 state parks registration: no daily entrance fee. Nonresidents: $8 per vehicle, $4 walk-in/bicycle. Day use only. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Fort Owen State Park?
You can call (406) 273-4253 or email jessica.martin@mt.gov. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Fort Owen State Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Larry Creek Group Camp (4.8 mi, reservable)
- Spring Gulch (45.8 mi, reservable)
- Spring Hill Campground (50.6 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Fort Owen State Park?
This listing was last updated on October 4, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.