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About Bear Creek Cabin (Beaverhead-deerlodge National Forest, MT)
Number of accommodations: 1
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2026 Season availability
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001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
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Reviews (34)
What Guests Are Saying
Bear Creek Cabin is a charming, well-stocked cabin with a historical feel, located in a beautiful area with easy access to multiple trails. Although it was clean, some basic supplies like toilet paper and dish soap were missing, and the kitchen utensils were limited. The wood stove is less effective for heating in winter, requiring guests to sit close for warmth.
What Guests Are Saying
Bear Creek Cabin is a charming, well-stocked cabin with a historical feel, located in a beautiful area with easy access to multiple trails. Although it was clean, some basic supplies like toilet paper and dish soap were missing, and the kitchen utensils were limited. The wood stove is less effective for heating in winter, requiring guests to sit close for warmth.
Review Summary
Mike B
VerifiedApril 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
Stayed one night in all my 14 days and we couldn't even build a fire because the stove pipe leaked smoke so bad we had to open doors for an hour. I tried to cancel stay a few times but web site wouldn't let me and also chatted with your help line as well.
Mike B
VerifiedApril 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
Stayed one night in all my 14 days and we couldn't even build a fire because the stove pipe leaked smoke so bad we had to open doors for an hour. I tried to cancel stay a few times but web site wouldn't let me and also chatted with your help line as well.
kathy c
VerifiedMarch 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
We had a hard time getting fire started in main cabin. Perhaps outlet pipe needs cleaning. Bunkhouse stove: Could not regulate the flue. otherwise, cabin is great.
kathy c
VerifiedMarch 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
We had a hard time getting fire started in main cabin. Perhaps outlet pipe needs cleaning. Bunkhouse stove: Could not regulate the flue. otherwise, cabin is great.
Yuriko Y
VerifiedFebruary 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
Overall, the experience was excellent, despite temperatures falling below -5 deg F during the day (w/o wind chill). We had only one live mouse in the cabin ... I did not see it long enough to tell whether it was a deer mouse or a house mouse. Good amount of cobwebs on ceiling. The cabin BADLY needs a mop, to clean the floor. Why post signs about hantavirus danger, yet only provide straw brooms for cleaning? Although I understand the funding squeeze for USFS given increasing frequency and costs of firefighting, it somewhat saddens one to see the cost of a cabin rise to more than the cost of a hotel in rural MT($73./night).
There were lots of fun games to play, as outside temperatures provided some danger to lungs. Someone (either a local landowner, or USFS) very kindly plowed the road after the fresh snow, which obviated our cautious approach of driving the truck out the night before the snow and skiing out the morning after the fresh snow. Cabin was VERY well stocked, with fridge, 4-burner stove + oven, electric lights, nice beds with pads, dishes and silverware, board games, puzzles, firewood, etc.
Yuriko Y
VerifiedFebruary 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
Overall, the experience was excellent, despite temperatures falling below -5 deg F during the day (w/o wind chill). We had only one live mouse in the cabin ... I did not see it long enough to tell whether it was a deer mouse or a house mouse. Good amount of cobwebs on ceiling. The cabin BADLY needs a mop, to clean the floor. Why post signs about hantavirus danger, yet only provide straw brooms for cleaning? Although I understand the funding squeeze for USFS given increasing frequency and costs of firefighting, it somewhat saddens one to see the cost of a cabin rise to more than the cost of a hotel in rural MT($73./night).
There were lots of fun games to play, as outside temperatures provided some danger to lungs. Someone (either a local landowner, or USFS) very kindly plowed the road after the fresh snow, which obviated our cautious approach of driving the truck out the night before the snow and skiing out the morning after the fresh snow. Cabin was VERY well stocked, with fridge, 4-burner stove + oven, electric lights, nice beds with pads, dishes and silverware, board games, puzzles, firewood, etc.
Debra F
VerifiedFebruary 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
The cabin needs some repairs and expect to do some cleaning (inside and outside). The dogs “deposits” right by the front steps were a fun first site. All in all, it is a rustic experience that we enjoyed once we got it cleaned up.
Debra F
VerifiedFebruary 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
The cabin needs some repairs and expect to do some cleaning (inside and outside). The dogs “deposits” right by the front steps were a fun first site. All in all, it is a rustic experience that we enjoyed once we got it cleaned up.
Doreen L
VerifiedFebruary 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
5 th visit here and loved it again. I only live 3 miles away but it always feel like it’s much more remote. Was nice and clean.
Doreen L
VerifiedFebruary 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEAR CREEK CABIN
5 th visit here and loved it again. I only live 3 miles away but it always feel like it’s much more remote. Was nice and clean.
Location Bear Creek Cabin (Beaverhead-deerlodge National Forest, MT)
Address:
5 Forest Service Rd.
Ennis, MT, 59729
United States
The campground is accessible via Highway 287, which is approximately 11 miles from Ennis, Montana. From Highway 287, the access continues on Bear Creek Loop.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.156 / -111.553
Elevation: 1905 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- You will receive the entrance combination with your payment receipt; if not, contact the Madison Ranger District during office hours.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- This facility is in a remote area; familiarize yourself with bear, water, and weather safety before your visit.
- All trash and food must be removed from the site upon departure.
- Familiarize yourself with hantavirus exposure risks when visiting the cabin.
- This facility is not cleaned between visits; please bring cleaning supplies and clean before leaving.
Utilities
- No potable water is available; creek water must be filtered, treated, or boiled before use.
Accessibility
- Expect very limited cell phone coverage at this location.
Pets
- All hay and feed brought to the site must be certified free of weed seeds.
General
- Learn more about the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it locally to prevent pest spread.
- Campfires are prohibited at this site.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
