About Bear Creek Bunkhouse (beaverhead-deerlodge National Forest, Mt)

The Bear Creek Bunkhouse allows visitors to experience southwestern Montana's vast wilderness areas, including wide open hills and the Lee Metcalf Widerness in the Madison mountain range . Situated on the Trail Fork of Bear Creek, the cabin offers a scenic location to enjoy nature. The cabin was constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps as crew quarters and a garage. A larger cabin is located about 100 feet to the east and is also on the rental progarm. The bunkhouse is used as an administrative site in the summer, but is open to the public between December and April. During the winter months, visitors can enjoy cross country skiing and snowshoeing, though the state lands to the north of the cabin are closed to entry, being a Wildlife Management Area. The site can be accessed by vehicle, however, a portion of the road may be muddy or snow-covered, as it is not always plowed. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities, including water for drinking and cleaning.

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The cabin at Bear Creek Bunkhouse provided a memorable experience for the family, with a moose sighting shortly after arrival. It has been well-maintained and clean since their previous visit 15 years ago. Overall, a positive stay for the family.

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Jacob B

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March 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK BUNKHOUSE

My wife and I stayed in this cabin 15 years ago. I brought my two kids with me this time. We saw a moose 15 minutes after arriving. Very memorable experience. Cabin was clean and well taken care of.

Tom B

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February 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK BUNKHOUSE

This was a great winter get-away

Renee G

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March 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK BUNKHOUSE

The setting is beautiful, and the bunkhouse is sweet. With another cabin just yards away, and the outhouse right next to that cabin, it is awkward when the main cabin is occupied with 5 or more people. No biggie, but if I rented again, I would want to rent both at the same time, and share with friends, not complete strangers.

Matt D

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January 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK BUNKHOUSE

Nice cozy cabin. Clean. One soft bed. One firm. Had to take logs to chop from the main cabin because there wasn’t any at the bunkhouse.

Location Bear Creek Bunkhouse (beaverhead-deerlodge National Forest, Mt)

Address:
5 Forest Service Rd.
Ennis, MT, 59729
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 45.1562 / -111.554

Elevation: 1901 feet

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General	Entrance combination is available with your reservation confirmation. If you do not receive the combination, you must call the Madison Ranger District at 406-682-4253 Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm for the cabin combination. The office is NOT open on Federal Holidays.
General	This facility is located in a remote and wild area; before making a reservation, become aware of bear, water and weather safety (including avalanche danger)
General	Visitors must supply their own drinking water; Creek water must be properly filtered, treated or boiled for drinking or cooking purposes
General	Cell phone coverage is extremely limited
General	All garbage and food must be packed out
General	When visiting a cabin, visitors should learn about the potential dangers of exposure to hantavirus
General	Hay and feed, including grain, must be certified weed, seed-free
General	Learn more about the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
General	Be aware this facility is not cleaned between user visits. Please bring cleaning supplies for your visit. Renters are required to clean facility before leaving. We are doing the best we can to keep facilities open and available to the public. Your cooperation is appreciated.
General	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.
General	Campfires are no longer permitted at this site.

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