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Pet Friendly
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Parking
Pet friendly
67 reviews
Hells Canyon Guard Station is praised for its beautiful location and charm, making it one of the reviewers' favorite spots. However, several maintenance issues were noted, including broken windows, inadequate firewood, and cleanliness concerns such as a fly infestation. Despite these drawbacks, visitors express a strong desire to return, indicating a deep appreciation for the area's natural beauty.
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4.2
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July 25, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
It is a beautiful area. My dog had a great time until the cows showed up. Two of the four mattresses had gasoline spilt on them. The windows had the screens missing. The road was pretty rough. It took over an hour to get to the cabin. All in all I thought it was beautiful. I enjoyed it very much.
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June 18, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
Ax has no handle, Maul head falls off there is a great hatchet in the cabin.
lots of mice,
If there is any wind he shutters rattle Gate post is broken so opening and closing large gate is difficult.
There are rags stuffed in the corners around the windows.
Does not appear the windows have been washed this year. Needs maintenance.
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June 18, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
Ax has no handle, Maul head falls off there is a great hatchet in the cabin.
lots of mice,
If there is any wind he shutters rattle Gate post is broken so opening and closing large gate is difficult.
There are rags stuffed in the corners around the windows.
Does not appear the windows have been washed this year. Needs maintenance.
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September 7, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
Hells Canyon Ranger Station was the perfect weekend getaway. The 15 mi on dirt road was a little rough in spots, but nothing that my mid-sized SUV couldn’t handle. It did take us a full hour to get from the highway to the cabin, but you’re blessed with some pretty spectacular views along the way so it definitely wasn’t too bad. Make sure to bring a hatchet with you to split some of the smaller logs and to make kindling because the USFS provides a splitting maul but that can be too big when building a small fire. Also remember to bring a towel or two with you, especially if you have children or dogs (or partners) that love to play in creeks. They won’t be able to resist playing in Hells Canyon Creek that runs between the cabin and the road.
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September 7, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
Hells Canyon Ranger Station was the perfect weekend getaway. The 15 mi on dirt road was a little rough in spots, but nothing that my mid-sized SUV couldn’t handle. It did take us a full hour to get from the highway to the cabin, but you’re blessed with some pretty spectacular views along the way so it definitely wasn’t too bad. Make sure to bring a hatchet with you to split some of the smaller logs and to make kindling because the USFS provides a splitting maul but that can be too big when building a small fire. Also remember to bring a towel or two with you, especially if you have children or dogs (or partners) that love to play in creeks. They won’t be able to resist playing in Hells Canyon Creek that runs between the cabin and the road.
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August 24, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
Always love visiting with my family
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August 24, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
Always love visiting with my family
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July 6, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
Best choice I have made all year!
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July 6, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
Best choice I have made all year!
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July 1, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HELLS CANYON GUARD STATION
Beautiful Location! Nice little cozy cabin. Only complaint is there was very little toilet paper in the outhouse.
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1820 Meadowlark Ln, Butte, MT 59701 United States
Elevation: 1,994 ft
From Whitehall, travel south on Highway 55 for about 20 mi. Turn right off the highway just before crossing the Jefferson River, onto Forest Service Road 125, and continue west about 14 mi on a dirt road. Winter access varies with snow conditions....
From Whitehall, travel south on Highway 55 for about 20 mi. Turn right off the highway just before crossing the Jefferson River, onto Forest Service Road 125, and continue west about 14 mi on a dirt road. Winter access varies with snow conditions. Guests may need to hike, ski or snowmobile to the cabin during winter months. Maps may be purchased by calling the Butte/Jefferson Ranger District.
Hells Canyon Guard Station is located approximately 20 miles south of Whitehall on Highway 55.
Last updated: October 22, 2026
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Nearby city: Bozeman, MT
Approx. 67 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 5,722 ft
Butte, MT
