About Strawberry Cabin
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN
Site Details
Reviews (88)
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.
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
Lisa K
VerifiedJuly 13, 2021 • Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN
A lot of traffic stop near the cabin to see the lookout tower.l
Lisa K
VerifiedJuly 13, 2021 • Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN
A lot of traffic stop near the cabin to see the lookout tower.l
Logun N
VerifiedMarch 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.
Logun N
VerifiedMarch 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.
Alexis W
VerifiedMarch 20, 2021 • Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN
Awesome little cabin. Beautiful hike up. Snowshoes were helpful.
Alexis W
VerifiedMarch 20, 2021 • Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN
Awesome little cabin. Beautiful hike up. Snowshoes were helpful.
Rebecca B
VerifiedFebruary 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!
Rebecca B
VerifiedFebruary 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!
scarlett f
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2021 • Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN
We stayed on Jan 16. The road going up to the cabin was a solid sheet of ice. Our regular cab truck couldn’t make it. We parked and walked the extra 1/2 mile to the gate. On the southwest slopes no snow at all but several inches at the top and north facing slopes. Fire tower is locked. You cannot climb to the top which was disappointing. But the views are still amazing and the cabin was clean and snug. We actually got hot. The wood stove is amazing. Love this cabin and would go back again! You won’t regret this trip!
scarlett f
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2021 • Stayed at: Strawberry Cabin, Loop: STRAWBERRY CABIN
We stayed on Jan 16. The road going up to the cabin was a solid sheet of ice. Our regular cab truck couldn’t make it. We parked and walked the extra 1/2 mile to the gate. On the southwest slopes no snow at all but several inches at the top and north facing slopes. Fire tower is locked. You cannot climb to the top which was disappointing. But the views are still amazing and the cabin was clean and snug. We actually got hot. The wood stove is amazing. Love this cabin and would go back again! You won’t regret this trip!
Location Strawberry Cabin
Address:
Helena Ranger District, 2880 Skyway Dr
Helena, MT, 59602
United States
Located about 15 miles south of Helena. From Interstate 15, take exit 187 for Montana City/MT-518. East on Jackson Creek road for 0.5 miles. Turn right/south onto Johns St (Papa Rays Pizza) and continue onto McClellan Creek road for four miles. Turn right/south onto Warm Springs Creek/Strawberry Lookout Rd and proceed 1.7 miles. Turn right/west onto the Strawberry Lookout Rd, proceed 1 mile to the cabin. NOTE: From October 15th through May 15th the road is closed to motorized vehicles for the last 1 mile so access is walk-in only. Snow conditions only allow driving to within about a mile of the turn to Strawberry Lookout road, thus requiring about 2-3 miles of snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. Snowmobiling is not allowed in this area.
The property is located approximately 15 miles south of Helena and is accessible via Interstate 15, taking exit 187 for Montana City/MT-518.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.4756 / -111.915
Elevation: 1862 feet
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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Last updated: June 12, 2026
