Welcome to Sheridan, Montana
Around 1866 mining activity around Sheridan was attracting many Civil War veterans to the gold fields. The town, as well as the eastern Montana country, was named for Gen. Phillip H. Sheridan, a noted Union cavalry leader; the name was chosen by Rozelle P. Bateman, who took up some land and built the first cabin there in the early 1860s. (from Cheney's Names on the Face of Montana, Mountain Press Publishing Company) Sheridan is located in the fertile Ruby Valley near the Ruby River and is near the Tobacco Root Mountains. The area surrounding Sheridan offers plenty of opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing in nearby blue ribbon trout streams, hunting, and many other great outdoor activities. Visit nearby Virginia City. A boom town of the post Civil War era, Virginia City served as the Montana Territorial Capital for 10 years, until the gold ran out. Just a mile away from Virginia City is Nevada City. One hundred fifty buildings have been certified authentic by the Montana Historical Society, and both towns have been largely restored and preserved, becoming authentic, living examples of the Old West.
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Related LinksElijah's Rest (Sheridan)
http://www.elijahsrest.com
Elijah's Rest is a cabin and breakfast business offering competitively priced accommodations. Individual cabins include full private baths and a private porch to view the surrounding mountains in a relaxed atmosphere.
Fenton House (Sheridan)
http://www.thefentonhousemt.com
The Fenton House is a historic homestead located in the beautiful Ruby Valley. The Fenton House homestead has been completely restored and can be rented for a minimum of one week beginning the first of May through mid-October. The home is filled with the original family heirlooms. Many pieces date back to the mid-1800s. There are three bedrooms upstairs with one king sized bed and a single bed in the main bedroom, and one full-sized bed in each of the other two bedrooms. There are two fold-away beds downstairs for extra accommodations.
Greater Ruby Valley Chamber of Commerce (Sheridan)
http://www.rubyvalleychamber.com
JDL Construction (Sheridan)
http://www.jdlconstruction.com/
A team is only as strong as its weakest member; therefore, our team is comprised of only the finest craftspeople and suppliers in the field. We demand quality craftsmanship from our employees and subcontractors, guaranteeing that every feature and fixture will be the very best.
Rod & Rifle Inn (Sheridan)
http://www.rodandrifleinn.com
The Rod & Rifle Inn is one of Sheridan's oldest and most historical homes. The Inn has been transformed into a modern, yet relaxed, lodge. Blue pine and log pole furnishings mixed with antiques give our guests a warm welcome. Each of the four private suites are unique in size and offer a variety of accommodations. Unlike a motel or bed & breakfast, our inn offers a home away from home Montana fishing, hunting or vacation experience.
Town of Sheridan (Sheridan)
http://www.sheridanwired.com
Community, government, business, visitor information and geology site for Sheridan Montana and the Ruby Valley.
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