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Strawberry Cabin

STRAWBERRY CABIN
STRAWBERRY CABIN
STRAWBERRY CABIN
STRAWBERRY CABIN
STRAWBERRY CABIN

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 (6,100 feet) 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.

Number of accommodations: 1

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

Sites & Availability

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🏠 Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN
4 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$50.00
/ per night

Reviews (44)

What Guests Are Saying

Strawberry Cabin offers a clean, cozy, and well-stocked environment, perfect for a relaxing getaway. Guests appreciate the beautiful views, ample firewood, and the cabin's convenient location with easy access, even in winter. However, some concerns include occasional disturbances from visitors, noise from wildlife, and minor maintenance issues, such as the doors not closing properly and a need for additional cookware.

Review Summary

4.3
44 reviews
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52.3%
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Corinna K

Verified

March 8, 2020 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

5

We were able to drive right to the gate due to lack of snow, thankfully, and our doggos really loved the brief mile hike up the remainder of the road to the cabin. We found the cabin extremely clean, stocked with firewood, and quite cozy for two humans and two doggos. While the wind howled outside, we were snugly inside our winter wonderland reading some very intriguing guestbook entries. This was my first stay at a FS cabin, and I have to say, when I got home, I started checking out others in my area so I could do it again. 4G service is available, but you will want to turn off your phone in order to truly enjoy your off-the-grid experience.

Tara S

Verified

January 25, 2020 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

5

The cabin was clean and very comfortable. There was enough wood for the fire pit and the wood stove. It was a great experience. I would only recommend supplying more toilet paper.

Jon D

Verified

January 15, 2020 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

5

More convenient than hiking to find a camp spot, afraid with todays time constraints those days are gone. Beautiful view... would have been spectacular if the lookout tower was accessible.
Had a great time and met lots of locals rambling up the dead end road. Looking forward to checking out other recreation.gov sights throughout Montana.

Stephanie S

Verified

December 18, 2019 Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN

5

Nice visit

Location Strawberry Cabin

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

Latitude & Longitude: 46.4756 / -111.915

Elevation: 1862 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

The cabin is directly accessible by vehicle annually from May 15th to October 14th.

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Access to the cabin starting October 15th is by walking up a closed road one mile to the site.

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Access to the cabin in winter is by snowshoeing, skiing, or dog sledding. Snow conditions only allow driving to within about a mile of the turn to Strawberry Lookout road, thus requiring 2-3 miles of snowshoeing or cross-country skiing.

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Snowmobiling is not allowed in this area.

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Water is not available at this site. Please bring your own water.

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Do not leave food or trash outside the cabin.

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All garbage and food must be packed out.

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The cabin is a no-smoking facility.

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Please clean cabin upon departure.

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Make sure cabin is locked upon departure.

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Entry to the cabin is by combination lock, code provided in reservation email confirmation.

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Please contact the Helena Ranger District prior to arriving at the cabin to check on any restrictions or conditions, such as fire or road closures, or storms that may affect the quality of your visit.

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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.

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The area surrounding the cabin is also open to the general public.

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