Daniel D
VerifiedOctober 4, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
Very pleasant stay in a lovely, natural area.
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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
47 reviews
The Racetrack Cabin offers a perfect rustic getaway with comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen, and a cozy wood stove, making it an ideal retreat for nature lovers. Guests appreciate the beautiful scenery and proximity to Racetrack Creek, ideal for fishing. However, access can be challenging due to road conditions, requiring a 4x4 vehicle, but overall, the cabin has been well-maintained and is highly recommended for those who respect the wilderness.
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October 4, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
Very pleasant stay in a lovely, natural area.
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May 27, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
I've been wanting to stay here for years! Awesome cabin, rough getting up there for the younger generation. Pulled up our pop-up with no problem. Bring a chainsaw!
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May 27, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
I've been wanting to stay here for years! Awesome cabin, rough getting up there for the younger generation. Pulled up our pop-up with no problem. Bring a chainsaw!
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March 1, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
Warm dry great wood 🪵 stove peaceful 🕊️
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March 1, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
Warm dry great wood 🪵 stove peaceful 🕊️
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November 21, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
Was exactly what we were hoping for with a beautiful scenery, running creek within 100 ft and silence. The Cabin was more impressive than expected, with all the cleaning materials and kitchen ware one needs. One of us attempted to chop all the wood in the shed and only got about halfway before we left. The Cabin has clearly been taken care of with a little TLC and was greatly appreciated. This place is not for people who do not care and respect the wilderness. Make sure to have a 4x4 or AWD vehicle with come clearance when going out to this spot. We took a Yukon, Tundra and VW SUV, the only one to not bottom out on a boulder for a split second was the Tundra (2013 platinum). I would not be drive anything besides a 4x4 truck out to this spot unless you have decent off roading experience. Fantastic spot, cannot say enough about it and the people who keep it in pristine condition.
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November 21, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
Was exactly what we were hoping for with a beautiful scenery, running creek within 100 ft and silence. The Cabin was more impressive than expected, with all the cleaning materials and kitchen ware one needs. One of us attempted to chop all the wood in the shed and only got about halfway before we left. The Cabin has clearly been taken care of with a little TLC and was greatly appreciated. This place is not for people who do not care and respect the wilderness. Make sure to have a 4x4 or AWD vehicle with come clearance when going out to this spot. We took a Yukon, Tundra and VW SUV, the only one to not bottom out on a boulder for a split second was the Tundra (2013 platinum). I would not be drive anything besides a 4x4 truck out to this spot unless you have decent off roading experience. Fantastic spot, cannot say enough about it and the people who keep it in pristine condition.
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June 24, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
We were unable to make it to the cabin due to the condition of the road. The last 4-5 mi were impassable for anything but an ATV or off road vehicle. Per the listing we tried to go with 4 wheel drive, high clearance vehicles, but the road narrows significantly and is extremely steep and rocky. I would not recommend that anyone without off roading gear and experience attempt to reach this cabin.
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June 24, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
We were unable to make it to the cabin due to the condition of the road. The last 4-5 mi were impassable for anything but an ATV or off road vehicle. Per the listing we tried to go with 4 wheel drive, high clearance vehicles, but the road narrows significantly and is extremely steep and rocky. I would not recommend that anyone without off roading gear and experience attempt to reach this cabin.
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August 20, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA RACETRACK CABIN
all scores on 1 being not good to 5 great :
Wildlife 3 there is a porcupine every night on the cabin chewing the decking. Saw 3 deer
Cabin itself 4.5 windows are too small very dark, no screen door and window screens have holes. Interior Cabin amenities 5 were great
Surroundings area 5 very nice
Outhouse 1 disgusting, dirty and smelly
Wood supply 5 great and we added to pile
Road 2 when we called and asked road conditions we should have been told that trailer travel to the cabin was virtually non existent. we had to unload bike and drop trailer part way up.
Lakes access 2 when we called and asked we were not told high clearance bikes would be required to get anywhere. Very disappointed in trails that were side by side friendly.
Signage 2 there is very poor and very little signage. Historic map landmarks are not even marked.
I will not recommend or return to this cabin due to lack of access by standard side by side.
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88 Business Loop, Phillipsburg, MT 59858 United States
Elevation: 1,876 ft
Attention: The road to Racetrack Cabin is impassable to low clearance vehicles. The last 4 mi to the cabin is an extremely rough and rutted road with large rocks protruding from the road surface. High clearance vehicles such as trucks and SUV's ...
Attention: The road to Racetrack Cabin is impassable to low clearance vehicles. The last 4 mi to the cabin is an extremely rough and rutted road with large rocks protruding from the road surface. High clearance vehicles such as trucks and SUV's can make the crawl up the road but should allow themselves extra time. The road is not plowed to the Forest Boundary in the winter. Guests should be prepared to ski/snowshoe/snowmobile up to 8 mi one way, distance to cabin and parking availbilty fluctuate with snow and road conditions. For additional information about accessing the cabin, please call (406) 859-3211.
From Missoula, travel East on Interstate 90 to the Racetrack exit #195. Turn right (west) onto Galen and drive about 1 mi, then turn Right (North) onto Willow Cr Rd. Turn Left (West) onto Bowman Road, which changes to Modestry Cr Rd. and proceed onto Racetrack Road 169 and continue about 16 mi to the cabin. The Ractrack Campground will be on your left approximately 5 mi before the cabin. Maps may be purchased by calling the Pintler Ranger District.
Vehicle access cannot be guaranteed any time of year due to ever-changing weather or road conditions. In the winter, guests must be prepared to travel up to 14 mi to the cabin on skis or snowmobile from the end of the plowed road.
Racetrack Cabin is accessible via Interstate 90, approximately 25 miles away, with the nearest exit being Racetrack exit #195. After exiting, local roads are used to reach the cabin, but these roads are not suitable for low clearance vehicles and conditions can vary significantly.
Last updated: October 23, 2026