Helena, MT

Lincoln Road RV Pk
Site #40 - $38.50, p/w/s, Internet, Temp 16C & drizzly

Another couple hundred kilometers down the highway and we are in Helena, MT. We saw a lot more evidence of the flooding here. There were a number of acreages where people had their vehicles parked at the end of their drive. The road between home and vehicle was under water. Also? Our second choice for camping that is further down the road? Flooded.

After setting up and having lunch we headed to town for the "Last Chance Train Tour". Such an awesome way to see areas of this historical city that you might otherwise miss.

From the Mansion District to an old pioneer cabin left from the gold mining days. We both really enjoyed the tour. Particularly the architecture and the mansions from the 1800's. Wow. Gorgeous! At one time, Helena had more millionaires per capita than any other US city. I could have filled my memory card with pics of these beautiful homes. My fav:

There were the early homesteads from gold rush days -- "Last Chance Gulch" and the remnants of limestone kilns from days gone by.

I find it interesting that, Helena, capitol of Montana only has a population of 55,000. Basically the same size as Medicine Hat. Our tour guide informed us that more than 60% of the labour force are employed by the government.

We were lucky with the weather on our tour. Back home it began to pour. Just what they don't want to see around here. Tomorrow? We will hang around for some more sightseeing.