Strawberry Cabin

Helena Ranger District, 2880 Skyway Dr, Helena, Montana, United States
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STRAWBERRY CABIN
STRAWBERRY CABIN
STRAWBERRY CABIN
STRAWBERRY CABIN
STRAWBERRY CABIN

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About Strawberry Cabin

Explore a magnificent recreation and wildlife resource at the doorstep of Montana's Capital City. From prairie to alpine, mayflies to mountain goats, and scenic driving to expert climbing routes -- the Elkhorns you will discover a diverse landscape! Built in 1941, Strawberry Cabin lies at the top of Strawberry Butte (6.1 ft) in the heart of the Elkhorn Mountains. The combination of lookout and log cabin are typical of this period. The cabin is an excellent example of a C-46 one room cabin plan, which was designed by William Fox. This cabin style is one of the standard building plans used for housing personnel working at intermediate stations and at lookouts. The C-46 design offers distinctive characteristics of ventral saddle notches and log ends finished in "chopper cut" style, which symbolizes rustic Forest Service log architecture of the second half of the 1930 and early 1940s.

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

365 Days

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  • Firewood Available
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  • 4 guests
  • Pet Friendly

Site Details

Up to 4 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Pull-Through
Campfire
Pet Friendly
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Reviews

91 reviews

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Strawberry Cabin offers a beautiful and convenient location for a relaxing getaway, equipped with essential amenities like a wood-burning stove and firewood supply. While some guests noted issues with cleanliness and occasional disturbances from nearby off-road vehicles, many enjoyed their stay and appreciated the cabin's cozy atmosphere. Overall, it seems to be a charming place with room for improvement in maintenance and privacy.

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4.3

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Rebecca B

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February 8, 2021 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

This cabin was great! We were actually able to drive all the way to the locked gate though it was pretty sketchy with all the snow so would maybe not recommend. Lovely snowshoe in, good views. Some snowmobilers did leave us a nasty note on our truck about ‘blocking’ the very closed and gated road (never mind there was plenty of space for snowmobiles to go by, and that they aren’t even allowed up to the cabin), threatening that “next time we’d get towed,” so beware I guess. It went down to almost negative double-digits and the wood stove kept the cabin toasty-warm! Waited for it to get up to 0 degrees and snowshoed out. The propane lamp appeared to be broken FYI, didn’t want to mess with it and find out, so definitely bring your own light(s). Really neat fold-down tables and cool cabin design. Overall, another great USFS cabin!

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Rebecca B

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February 8, 2021 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

This cabin was great! We were actually able to drive all the way to the locked gate though it was pretty sketchy with all the snow so would maybe not recommend. Lovely snowshoe in, good views. Some snowmobilers did leave us a nasty note on our truck about ‘blocking’ the very closed and gated road (never mind there was plenty of space for snowmobiles to go by, and that they aren’t even allowed up to the cabin), threatening that “next time we’d get towed,” so beware I guess. It went down to almost negative double-digits and the wood stove kept the cabin toasty-warm! Waited for it to get up to 0 degrees and snowshoed out. The propane lamp appeared to be broken FYI, didn’t want to mess with it and find out, so definitely bring your own light(s). Really neat fold-down tables and cool cabin design. Overall, another great USFS cabin!

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Logun N

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March 25, 2021 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

Nice cabin, wood stove kept it very warm. There were quite a few full propane tanks. Also trash that people did not pack out. Hike is somewhat of a climb, but it was worth dragging a sled in, the way out was able to ride the sled with our gear out.

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Logun N

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March 25, 2021 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

Nice cabin, wood stove kept it very warm. There were quite a few full propane tanks. Also trash that people did not pack out. Hike is somewhat of a climb, but it was worth dragging a sled in, the way out was able to ride the sled with our gear out.

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R Neil O

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July 16, 2021 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

A semi private cabin look out station. Friendly people but the road to cabin is
is not good for the last mile.

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R Neil O

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July 16, 2021 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

A semi private cabin look out station. Friendly people but the road to cabin is
is not good for the last mile.

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Location & Directions for Strawberry Cabin

Helena Ranger District, 2880 Skyway Dr, Helena, MT 59602 United States

Elevation: 1,862 ft

Getting There

Located about 15 mi south of Helena. From Interstate 15, take exit 187 for Montana City/MT-518. East on Jackson Creek road for 0.5 mi. Turn right/south onto Johns St (Papa Rays Pizza) and continue onto McClellan Creek road for four miles. Turn rig...

Nearest town

Helena, MT - 14 mi

About 32 min to downtown

Highway access

The property is located approximately 15 miles south of Helena and is accessible via Interstate 15, taking exit 187 for Montana City/MT-518.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • The cabin can be accessed by vehicle from May 15th to October 14th each year.
  • From October 15th, access to the cabin is by walking one mile on a closed road.
  • In winter, access is via snowshoeing, skiing, or dog sledding, with driving limited to about a mile away.
  • Access to the cabin is via a combination lock with a code sent in the reservation email.

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

  • Snowmobiling is prohibited in the area surrounding the cabin.
  • Guests are required to pack out all garbage and food after their stay.
  • Smoking is not permitted inside the cabin.
  • Guests are expected to clean the cabin before leaving.
  • Guests should ensure the cabin is locked when they leave.
  • The area around the cabin is accessible to the general public.

Utilities

  • There is no water available at the cabin; guests must bring their own.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Food and trash should not be left outside the cabin to prevent wildlife attraction.

Local regulations

  • Contact the Helena Ranger District before your visit for any restrictions or conditions that may affect your stay.

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood; obtain it near your destination to prevent pest spread.

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