Lilly S
VerifiedJuly 2, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
Fantastic place for kids!
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About West Fork of Rock Creek Cabin (MT)
The West Fork of Rock Creek Cabin is located on the western edge of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest and is open for reservations year-round. It is a large cabin that provides a great experience in the mountains of southwestern Montana. The cabin offers access to numerous trails and wildlife viewing, as well as a comfortable place to picnic and spend the nights. The West Fork of Rock Creek is located just behind the cabin and is great spot to go fishing or take a quick dip to cool off in the warm summer months.
There are three cabins at the site, which was once used as a Forest Service Guard Station and later as a youth camp. Only the large cabin has been restored and is available to the public. The smaller cabins are damaged and are not currently available to rent.
The site can typically be accessed by vehicle, depending on conditions. Excessive snowfall may require renters to walk about 200 yards from the plowed highway to the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring all of their own amenities.
This is a historic structure and is brought to you as a rental by the US Forest Service Historical Preservation Committee, the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest and the Pintler Ranger District. Please help us keep it nice for future generations and respect the historic nature of this cabin.
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Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
365 Days
Campground Amenities
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Picnic Table
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- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
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001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
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Cabin
- 8 guests
- Pet Friendly
Site Details
Up to 8 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Campfire
Pet Friendly
Reviews
75 reviews
Summary
The West Fork of Rock Creek Cabin offers a beautiful location with abundant wildlife and a cozy, clean, and well-maintained environment. Guests appreciate the comfortable amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen and plentiful firewood, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. While some have noted occasional mouse sightings and issues with cattle around the porch, overall experiences are highly positive, with many expressing eagerness to return.
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Ted A
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
I sure wish the forest service would put some "gates" on the fence-line immediately surrounding the cabin. Cows kept coming into the cabin's porch area and dumping enormous fresh sloppy cowpies . . . and you'd step off the porch into a slick mess.
I understand the policy to have cattle graze the property . . . but A few swinging gates would solve everything!
thanks--ted
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Ted A
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
I sure wish the forest service would put some "gates" on the fence-line immediately surrounding the cabin. Cows kept coming into the cabin's porch area and dumping enormous fresh sloppy cowpies . . . and you'd step off the porch into a slick mess.
I understand the policy to have cattle graze the property . . . but A few swinging gates would solve everything!
thanks--ted
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Brian P
VerifiedApril 8, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
We had a great six night stay (late March into early April). We hiked up the two-track across the road up the hill where there were great views and frequent mule deer - and turned the hike into a loop by coming down a drainage to the west. Went fishing down the main stem of Rock Creek and did very well. Rode our bikes on the road up to where it is closed for the winter, and went off on a forest road to explore. Plenty of wood to split for the stove. Everything was great and we enjoyed it immensely.
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Brian P
VerifiedApril 8, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
We had a great six night stay (late March into early April). We hiked up the two-track across the road up the hill where there were great views and frequent mule deer - and turned the hike into a loop by coming down a drainage to the west. Went fishing down the main stem of Rock Creek and did very well. Rode our bikes on the road up to where it is closed for the winter, and went off on a forest road to explore. Plenty of wood to split for the stove. Everything was great and we enjoyed it immensely.
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Brian P
VerifiedNovember 29, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
Really great stay for four nights in Nov. 2024. Kind of chilly, and off and on snowy, but we kept the wood stove going and relaxed. We went up the track across the road for a few hikes, with nice views of the Pintlars and Mount Emerine. Saw a moose east of the cabin near the corral one day. Quite a few hunters driving up and down the road scouting the willows.
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Brian P
VerifiedNovember 29, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
Really great stay for four nights in Nov. 2024. Kind of chilly, and off and on snowy, but we kept the wood stove going and relaxed. We went up the track across the road for a few hikes, with nice views of the Pintlars and Mount Emerine. Saw a moose east of the cabin near the corral one day. Quite a few hunters driving up and down the road scouting the willows.
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leah z
VerifiedNovember 17, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
The perfect cabin! Wonderful to have a full kitchen, the electric stove kept us plenty warm, and the dogs loved running in the meadows. Very well taken care of and clean.
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leah z
VerifiedNovember 17, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
The perfect cabin! Wonderful to have a full kitchen, the electric stove kept us plenty warm, and the dogs loved running in the meadows. Very well taken care of and clean.
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Tia S
VerifiedMay 15, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WEST FORK ROCK CREEK CABIN
Perfect cabin to spend Mother’s Day weekend with my Mom! A walking trail parking lot across the road makes a loop and comes out behind the cabin. We did have hikers stop to use the outhouse and let their dogs run around (just an FYI). The creek is very close, and if you leave your window cracked at night, you’ll be able to fall asleep listening to it. Can’t wait to be back!
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Location & Directions for West Fork of Rock Creek Cabin (MT)
88 Business Loop, Phillipsburg, MT 59858 United States
Elevation: 1,637 ft
Highway access
The cabin is accessible via Highway 1 and Skalkaho Highway/Highway 38. Highway 1 connects Philipsburg to the south, while Skalkaho Highway provides access westward.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Contact the Pintler Ranger District for questions and get the cabin lock combination via email after booking.
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.
Wildlife & food storage
- Guests are required to pack out all food and garbage.
Utilities
- Potable water is available at the cabin, but it has heavy mineralization; consider bringing your own drinking water.
Safety & rules
- Be aware of Hantavirus risk during your stay; visit the CDC for more information.
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it locally to prevent pests.
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