WHITETAIL CABIN
WHITETAIL CABIN

About Whitetail Cabin

Whitetail Cabin sits at an altitude of 4 ft in the north end of the Custer National Forest approximately 20 mi from Ashland, Montana. The cabin was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Formerly a ranger station, it is now a registered historic site. The cabin is available year-round and is accessible by car, but guests should be prepared to hike about 100 yards to the cabin in winter, depending on road conditions. Some creature comforts are provided, but guests will need to bring several of their own amenities.

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2026 (Current year)

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available

Cabin Interior

  • Heating
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001, Loop: AREA WHITETAIL CABIN

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  • 4 guests

Site Details

Up to 4 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Back-In
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Reviews

24 reviews

Summary

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Guests consistently enjoy their stays at Whitetail Cabin, appreciating its rustic charm and comfort, especially during cold weather with available firewood and a cozy wood stove. The close proximity to snowshoeing locations enhances the experience. While some mention the presence of mice, it has not detracted from their overall enjoyment.

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4.2

Overall rating

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2 stars 4.2% (1)
1 star 8.3% (2)

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Tom K

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August 7, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WHITETAIL CABIN

This is a great site! The cabin itself is small, but quite adequate. Having electricity, a stove and refrigerator is a real bonus! The site is private, beautifully situated against a stand of trees against a meadow, and has plenty of parking, room for additional tents or self-contained camping rigs (be courteous as ask first!). The vault toile is one of the nicest we've seen! There's plenty of wood at the site, and lots of it available in the adjacent forest from standing dead and downfall if you need to cut some. There is water, (potable if treated??) from a solar-powered pump that feeds spring water into the horse trough, but really, bring enough water to treat this as a dry camp. It's peaceful, well taken care of, easy to access. Our group had a great weekend!!

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Shana G

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July 26, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WHITETAIL CABIN

This is for those looking for a remote area away from everyone else. Located 12 mi down a dirt road is the cabin on it's own little hill surrounded by nature.

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Sue F

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January 11, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WHITETAIL CABIN

So peaceful and comfortable. My dogs loved the great spaces they could wander and lay peacefully enjoying the sounds and smells. I enjoyed the quiet and lack of people. I highly recommend this place if you need to get away from it all. Very clean and comfortable!!!

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Location & Directions for Whitetail Cabin

Po Box 168 2378 Hwy 212, Ashland, MT 59003 United States

Elevation: 1,234 ft

Getting There

From Ashland, Montana, take Highway 212 east for approximately 5 mi to East Fork Otter Creek Road. Turn northeast onto East

Fork Otter Creek Road and travel 12 mi to Whitetail Cabin.

Nearest town

Ashland, MT - 17 mi

About 29 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

General

  • Guests must provide their own water for drinking, cooking and washing
  • This is bear country; guests should keep all food, trash and scented products inside the cabin
  • Supplemental livestock feed must be certified weed-free
  • Guests must pack out all trash and clean cabin before departure
  • Guests should fill out a condition report when the wood supply is running low
  • Guests should contact the District Office at (406) 784-2344 to check on weather and road conditions that might affect their visit
  • Learn more about Custer National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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