High Rye Cabin

Front View of High Rye Cabin,  Red Cabin with snow on ground
High Rye Cabin, view from parking lot,  Red Cabin with snow on the ground surrounded by green trees
Front View of Forest Service High Rye Cabin
Red Outhouse, Surrounded by snow and green trees
High Rye Cabin,  Red Cabin with snow on the ground

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Kitchen Kitchen

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About High Rye Cabin

High Rye Cabin is a quaint place to stay, ideally situated for exploring the northern Fleecer Mountains. An abundance of recreational activities are available in this scenic area. The cabin was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps around 1919 and is located in the historic mining district of German Gulch. It was used as an administrative site until the 1940s, when it was opened to the public. The cabin can be accessed by vehicle; however, during the fall, alternative resources may be required to reach the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Nov 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Kitchen Kitchen
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking

Cabin Interior

  • Kitchen
  • Heating
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Reviews (54)

What Guests Are Saying

High Rye Cabin offers a clean, well-cared-for, and peaceful environment, making it a great getaway for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Many guests appreciated the cabin's rustic charm, functional amenities, and scenic location near attractions. However, some concerns were raised about cigarette smoke and rodent issues, which may be a drawback for certain groups.

Review Summary

4.4
54 reviews
5
61.1%
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4
25.9%
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9.3%
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Dalen L

Verified

November 14, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

5

used it as a hunting cabin for the weekend, it was wonderful!

MIchael W

Verified

October 21, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

5

The cabin is well-furnished and well-stocked to provide a great experience. There was plenty of firewood and kindling already available. The beds have mattresses. There are cast-iron skillets and some dishes available. There are some board games available. And there are even two tables and chairs inside (including a large chair to sit in while enjoying a fire in the stove).

I stayed on my own for two days as part of a road trip. I spent my time splitting wood and enjoying the quiet solitude, which is ample there.

There's a whole part of me that wants to keep the property a secret. But the only way places like this stay available to the public is if the public actually pay to use them! Therefore, I highly recommend High Rye Cabin.

MIchael W

Verified

October 21, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

5

The cabin is well-furnished and well-stocked to provide a great experience. There was plenty of firewood and kindling already available. The beds have mattresses. There are cast-iron skillets and some dishes available. There are some board games available. And there are even two tables and chairs inside (including a large chair to sit in while enjoying a fire in the stove).

I stayed on my own for two days as part of a road trip. I spent my time splitting wood and enjoying the quiet solitude, which is ample there.

There's a whole part of me that wants to keep the property a secret. But the only way places like this stay available to the public is if the public actually pay to use them! Therefore, I highly recommend High Rye Cabin.

Abigail M

Verified

August 31, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

5

We loved this place! The mattresses weren’t amazing but aside from that, the place was cozy and well equipped with cast iron cookware and heated up quickly with a small fire in the stove. The fire pit had a nice cooking grate and plenty of room. Will definitely be back!

Abigail M

Verified

August 31, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

5

We loved this place! The mattresses weren’t amazing but aside from that, the place was cozy and well equipped with cast iron cookware and heated up quickly with a small fire in the stove. The fire pit had a nice cooking grate and plenty of room. Will definitely be back!

Gary B

Verified

August 27, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

3

We found the cabin was left clean and in good order. The window covers were all up backwards but other than leaving large gaps it did not matter. Someone had tried to tape screen on a couple windows so flies would not come in and we just left that alone. Some children had painted rocks around the area and we also left those.
Other than a lot of large truck traffic on the road those couple days we had a nice stay.

Gary B

Verified

August 27, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

3

We found the cabin was left clean and in good order. The window covers were all up backwards but other than leaving large gaps it did not matter. Someone had tried to tape screen on a couple windows so flies would not come in and we just left that alone. Some children had painted rocks around the area and we also left those.
Other than a lot of large truck traffic on the road those couple days we had a nice stay.

Robert P

Verified

October 3, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

3

Price increase? Book now? All other $20/$25cabins in the area have posted they will be $45+ per night next year. There was no notification of this but suspect that somebody tossed this notice at cabin. Verify with ranger office. If increase is coming book now!

Nice cabin with some views but issues.

The good:
Easy drive weather permitted in a car.

3 Bar 4G Verizon about 3 miles from cabin close to the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

Wood heater.

Some games.

Nice wood lodge feel. BIG porch!

Fire pit with log seats but no picnic table.

Good ADA vault pit toilet.

Dining table with 4 backed chairs if you move the table & also extra table in bedroom

Has a sink that drains.

Lots of wood.

Coral for horses.

String gate for some privacy.

2 bunk beds.

The bad:
No screens.

Very small stream nearby but filled with cow patties. No drinking or cleaning water from this source is recommended.

This is the only cabin we have rented that has a root cellar. However due to this there is moisture & wetness in the cellar that had created a mold smell in the cabin.

On top of this there is a closet in the bedroom that had a heavy rodent urine smell that people have complained about for 10+ years. Even though the USFS removed some of the wall that urine smell is till there.

With the above two issues if you are sensitive to bad smells / have breathing issues you shouldn't rent here.

As with all USFS locations the enjoyment has a lot has to do with previous renters taking care & cleaning before they leave. Sadly this unit appears to have frequent local guests who do not. The cabin had not been cleaned upon arrival by many with the sink disgusting & with foot prints in it & on the chairs. On top of this at least 10 birds perhaps grouse had been shot next to the creek & their bodies were all along the creek & in trees. On top of this animal parts were spread along the creek causing a stench.

We actually hope the price is being raised to keep the type of people who did this away!

Robert P

Verified

October 3, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

3

Price increase? Book now? All other $20/$25cabins in the area have posted they will be $45+ per night next year. There was no notification of this but suspect that somebody tossed this notice at cabin. Verify with ranger office. If increase is coming book now!

Nice cabin with some views but issues.

The good:
Easy drive weather permitted in a car.

3 Bar 4G Verizon about 3 miles from cabin close to the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

Wood heater.

Some games.

Nice wood lodge feel. BIG porch!

Fire pit with log seats but no picnic table.

Good ADA vault pit toilet.

Dining table with 4 backed chairs if you move the table & also extra table in bedroom

Has a sink that drains.

Lots of wood.

Coral for horses.

String gate for some privacy.

2 bunk beds.

The bad:
No screens.

Very small stream nearby but filled with cow patties. No drinking or cleaning water from this source is recommended.

This is the only cabin we have rented that has a root cellar. However due to this there is moisture & wetness in the cellar that had created a mold smell in the cabin.

On top of this there is a closet in the bedroom that had a heavy rodent urine smell that people have complained about for 10+ years. Even though the USFS removed some of the wall that urine smell is till there.

With the above two issues if you are sensitive to bad smells / have breathing issues you shouldn't rent here.

As with all USFS locations the enjoyment has a lot has to do with previous renters taking care & cleaning before they leave. Sadly this unit appears to have frequent local guests who do not. The cabin had not been cleaned upon arrival by many with the sink disgusting & with foot prints in it & on the chairs. On top of this at least 10 birds perhaps grouse had been shot next to the creek & their bodies were all along the creek & in trees. On top of this animal parts were spread along the creek causing a stench.

We actually hope the price is being raised to keep the type of people who did this away!

Melanie M

Verified

September 3, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

5

Such a quaint little cabin and peaceful location--yet super easy to get to. I can't wait to return! Had an incredible time, and the area was just gorgeous. Appreciated the ample wood stockpiled around the cabin, too. It was very cozy and nicely kept up.

I wasn't really seeing "trails" through the surrounding forest--and I looked quite a bit--but it's possible to walk a long way through the fields behind the cabin, within pasture interspersed with large clusters of trees (if you scramble across a mucky creek and/or fencing to get back there). Maybe that's what the website meant by saying there are trails right around the cabin. Or maybe that's outdated and the trails are overgrown now. There was no signage outside or info about trails in the cabin, so it's hard to say...just mentioning that in case it could be made more clear, if they do exist!

Location High Rye Cabin

Address:
1820 Meadowlark Lane
Butte, MT, 59701
United States

Highway access

High Rye Cabin is accessible via Interstate 90, approximately 12 miles to the east, with the nearest exit being 211. From there, Highway 441 leads south for about 3 miles before reaching the cabin.

Elevation: 1777 feet

Distance to downtown

20 mi drive to downtown Butte (about 31 min)

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Last updated: September 9, 2026

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