Entry No. 51 — the Butte file — filed under: mine

Mapleton Mine

The Mapleton Mine is a historic gold and silver mine located on the west side of Herman Gulch in Madison County, Montana. Active in the early-to-mid 20th century, the site historically featured two adits and produced high-grade ore. Today, the mine is completely inactive, with only overgrown remnants of its old workings and tunnels remaining hidden in the gulch.

The move: Take a scenic drive along Herman Gulch Road near Virginia City to enjoy the rugged mountain views and photograph the historic mining landscape from a safe distance.

📍 Before you go The mine is located on unverified land that may be private property, and abandoned underground workings are structurally unsafe to enter.

📍 Mapleton Mine
💸 Free
⚡ Low-key
🌗 Outdoors

Where: Mapleton Mine, Montana 59749, USA

Hours: Added 2026-07-20 — confirm current access before you go.

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Further reading: westernmininghistory.com

last checked: 2026-07-20