Porcupine Cabin

Wildflowers in bloom at Porcupine Cabin
Back porch at Porcupine cabin
Fiddler looking at the view
Porcupine Cabin in the Crazies
Fire ring and benches at Porcupine

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Parking Parking
Kitchen Kitchen

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About Porcupine Cabin

Porcupine Cabin sits in the foothills of the Crazy Mountains at an elevation of 6,400 feet. It was built in 1914 after a previous structure burned down, and was remodeled by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1934. Since its construction, the cabin has been used as temporary housing by Forest Service rangers while they were patrolling for timber poachers, watching for fires and monitoring livestock. Today, it is available year-round to outdoor enthusiasts, offering access to a variety of activities. Guests can drive to the cabin in the summer, but a high-clearance, four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended due to road conditions. Winter access requires snowshoeing, skiing or snowmobiling up to 3 miles from the end of the maintained gravel road. Please park out of the way of snow plow equipment and do not block other users access or turn-around areas. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

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

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Kitchen Kitchen
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking

Cabin Interior

  • Kitchen
  • Heating

Views and Setting

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001, Loop: AREA PORCUPINE CABIN

🏠 Cabin

Site Details

Up to 8 guests
Surface: Gravel
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Reviews (33)

What Guests Are Saying

Porcupine Cabin offers a clean, well-maintained space with beautiful views and great access to hiking trails. Guests appreciate the cozy atmosphere with a wood-burning stove and the cabin's well-stocked kitchen. While there are minor issues like mice at night and nearby campers, the overall experience is enjoyable, making it a recommended retreat for nature lovers.

Review Summary

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JANICE H

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July 3, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA PORCUPINE CABIN

5

Beautiful spot. Great hiking!

Jeanne W

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July 20, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA PORCUPINE CABIN

5

Beautiful spot. Very spacious cabin.

Swep D

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July 25, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA PORCUPINE CABIN

5

cabin was clean when we got there, yard recently mowed, outhouse spotless, signs of continued improvement of the structure and equipment/supplies. sad to see the tree in front yard gone, taken by a wind storm but in reality taken by years of abuse by guests who allow hacking and chipping away at the trunk which eventually starved the tree of sap.

Location Porcupine Cabin

Address:
5242 Highway 89 South
Livingston, MT, 59047
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via Highway 89, which is approximately 12 miles from Livingston, Montana. From Highway 89, travelers can reach the cabin by taking Shields River Road.

Elevation: 1977 feet

Distance to downtown

45 mi drive to downtown Livingston (over 1 hr (62 min))

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Last updated: September 10, 2026

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