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Location & Directions for Notch Cabin
5 Forest Service Rd., Ennis, MT 59729 United States
Elevation: 2,578 ft
Getting There
Notch Cabin is about 62 mi from Ennis, Montana. The final 28 mi are gravel, dirt or primitive two-track. From Ennis, take Montana Highway 287 west for 23 mi to Alder. At Alder, turn south toward Ruby Reservoir (County 248) and travel 21 mi. Turn r...
Notch Cabin is about 62 mi from Ennis, Montana. The final 28 mi are gravel, dirt or primitive two-track. From Ennis, take Montana Highway 287 west for 23 mi to Alder. At Alder, turn south toward Ruby Reservoir (County 248) and travel 21 mi. Turn right on Ledford Creek Road (County 50) and travel southwest for 3 mi to signed junction. Turn right onto Robb Creek road and after about 4.5 mi, you'll enter the Robb-Ledford WMA. Continue for 0.5 mi to junction, turn right and travel for 5 mi. At that point, the Springbrook road joins in from the west. Continue south toward the mountains and cross Robb Creek after about 3.5 mi. One half mile farther, you'll reach the Forest boundary, then another mile to the cabin. The route is signed at the junctions. Driving time from Ennis is about 2.5 hours, with the last 9 mi taking over an hour.
As an alternative route, travel south from Alder for 14 mi and turn onto Sweetwater Road toward Dillon. Travel almost 9 mi and turn left onto Springbrook Road. This 2-track road will connect with the Robb Creek Road after about 12 mi. Follow Robb Creek directions from there. This route is not signed, other than the Springbrook/Sweetwater junction and there will be gates to open and close. See Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest-South map for details.
Highway access
Notch Cabin is accessible via Montana Highway 287, which connects to Alder, approximately 23 miles from Ennis. From Alder, County Road 248 leads south toward Ruby Reservoir, providing access to the cabin.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- The cabin is locked; you will receive a key code with your reservation receipt.
Safety & rules
- Be aware of safety risks related to bears, water, and weather when visiting this remote area.
- There is a risk of hantavirus exposure in remote cabins.
- Rodent poison may be present; ensure children and pets do not ingest it.
- All garbage and food must be packed out; take everything you brought with you.
Wildlife & food storage
- Food storage is mandatory from March 1 to December 1 to protect wildlife; contact the Madison Ranger District for details.
- All hay and feed must be certified weed-free to prevent weed spread.
Utilities
- No potable water is available at the cabin.
General
- Learn more about the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it locally to prevent pest spread.
Site capacity
- The maximum occupancy is two people; no additional guests or camping units allowed.
Vehicles & parking
- A high clearance 4WD vehicle is required to access the cabin; off-road driving is prohibited.
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Last updated: October 24, 2026