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About Savenac West Cottage

Savenac West Cottage provides a well-equipped kitchen and sleeping quarters for a family or small group of four people at the Savenac Historic Tree Nursery in the Lolo National Forest of Montana. The area is filled with history and was once the site of the U.S. Forest Service's largest and most beautiful nursery in the West. The cottage offers somewhat modern facilities, as well as access to a variety of recreational opportunities.

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

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  • Potable Water
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01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

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  • 4 guests

Site Details

Up to 4 guests
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Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Back-In
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Reviews (37)

What Guests Are Saying

Savenac West Cottage is a clean and well-stocked retreat, ideal for overnight stays and skiing at Lookout Pass. Guests appreciated the easy access to hiking trails and the seclusion of the cottage. Overall, visitors had a great experience and expressed a desire to return.

Review Summary

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Jeannine P

Verified

November 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

5

This is one of my favorite places to vote. The cottage is so comfortable and the grounds are beautiful any time of year.

Lisa L

Verified

October 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

5

Very clean and comfortable. WE enjoyed building a fire and had everything we needed. Clear directions on what was expected for clean up. WE enjoyed the close proximity to food and shopping and trails for hiking and biking. Love the 50,000 dollar store and did Xmas shopping there!
It was so nice to get emails from you that reminded us of the trip, the access code all worked. Price was reasonable. Thank you so much! WE enjoyed also the signs on the nursery land and marked trails with information about the trees and benches! Love the sound of the creek also.
Lisa and Ron

Michael S

Verified

April 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

5

This was our second stay at Savenac. The first time was at the Cookhouse during the Summer months and the second at the East Cottage in April. Both times were a great experience. Yes, it is close to the highway and there are road noises, but a walk into the nursery fields makes the noise go away. The East Cottage stay was great. The utilities work well and the furniture is in good repair. We had to bring bedding and towels, but the kitchen is well stocked with needs to cook meals there. We had the entire nursery pretty much to ourselves during most of our stay. We used this stay as a homebase to go to the National Bison Range, Missoula and some hiking around the St. Regis region. All of these locations, in our opinion, are a reasonable distance away. For the price you really can't get any better. We are grateful that this place exists and it is available to rent.

Sue D

Verified

February 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

5

My family had an amazing time.

Janice H

Verified

February 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

5

The cabin was clean, great location for our activities, such a bonus to have a bathroom and running water.

Christina P

Verified

November 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

4

Love this cabin. Soo peaceful! Love walking around the grounds and exploring the nursery. Huge fire pit. Great spot for stargazing. Wish the museum was open so we could get a better understanding of the grounds. The 50k silver dollar bar next door is always fun to walk around in. Has everything you need except bedding.

Gary P

Verified

October 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

5

Good location. Easy to find and get to. Full house amenities and not just a cabin. October is a good time to stay here.

Naomi T

Verified

September 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

5

This is the best kept secret in Montana! The perfect place to stay after hiking to fire towers, riding the Hiawatha trail, or fishing in the rivers. Very comfortable, affordable, clean, all the amenities including a shower and flush toilet and full kitchen. It's perfect for families. It is located on a beautiful property with a rich history, trails, and fields where you can play horseshoes, volleyball, frisbee or other games. It would be great for a family reunion. It has a bunk house, kitchen house and cottages. The volunteers were a delight, Cleaning the cottage was quick with supplies and clearly explained instructions. If you are lucky enough to find a time available, I would highly recommended staying here.

Christy L

Verified

May 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

1

Was so close to the freeway was not peaceful.

Amylouise S

Verified

April 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA SAVENAC WEST COTTAGE

4

Cute cottage, walking trails were nice. Too bad it's right next to the freeway.

Location & Directions for Savenac West Cottage

Savenac Historic Tree Nursery, Haugan, MT 59842 United States

Elevation: 955 ft

Nearest town

Haugan, MT - 0.3 mi

About 1 min to downtown

Highway access

Savenac West Cottage is located approximately 2 miles from I-90, providing access to the interstate for travel to nearby towns.

Policies & Rules

General

  • Visitors should be aware of avalanche danger in the surrounding area.
  • All garbage, food and personal belongings must be packed out. On-site dumpsters are available for cabin rental users.
  • Smoking and pets are prohibited inside the cottage.
  • Before making a reservation, become aware of bear, water, and weather safety.
  • Learn more about the Lolo National Forest at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/lolo
  • 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.
  • In the winter months, four-wheel drive is recommended.
  • The maximum stay limit is 5 nights per reservation.

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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