Fort Connah Site

Fort Connah is a Hudson's Bay Company trading post from 1846 in Montana's Mission Valley, featuring an original central log building and reconstructed outbuildings around it. The site demonstrates how a European trading station was organized and operated in this region.

The Hudson's Bay Company established the fort in 1846 as a trading hub for the fur trade with local peoples. The company took several years to fully build and expand the facility.

The fort served as a meeting point for the fur trade between European merchants and Flathead Indians, where both groups exchanged goods and built trading relationships.

The site sits along U.S. Route 93 between St. Ignatius and Charlo with clear signage at the entrance. It is easy to locate and accessible for visitors wishing to explore the historic buildings and grounds.

The oldest still-standing structure in Montana comes from this location, revealing the building methods of early trading posts. Its stone walls and straightforward construction reflect the harsh conditions of the pioneer era.

Location: Montana

GPS coordinates: 47.40556,-114.08722

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:14