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.
Activities & Attractions
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Fishing
Year-round
Hiking
Year-round
Swimming
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Year-round
Fishing
Nearby
Hiking
Nearby
Summer
Swimming
Nearby
Seasonal information
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Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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.
We just love this cabin. Plenty of comfort and amenities, beautiful location and close to Discovery ski area (for downhill and/or XC)! Hope to come back again and again!
This cabin is very nice, has been renovated and we had a great time. Very nice there are limited but useful utilities (electricity). While there is a good water pump, be aware that the water is strongly tinted with iron and is orange and not the best tasting. I would advise people to bring their own drinking water if that matters to them. Otherwise, very happy with the cabin.
This cabin is very nice, has been renovated and we had a great time. Very nice there are limited but useful utilities (electricity). While there is a good water pump, be aware that the water is strongly tinted with iron and is orange and not the best tasting. I would advise people to bring their own drinking water if that matters to them. Otherwise, very happy with the cabin.
We had wonderful time relaxing
around a campfire and hiking among beautiful wildflowers. We saw big horn sheep and elk but were disappointed that we did not see any moose. The West Fork cabin and the surrounding area is magnificent!
We had wonderful time relaxing
around a campfire and hiking among beautiful wildflowers. We saw big horn sheep and elk but were disappointed that we did not see any moose. The West Fork cabin and the surrounding area is magnificent!
We had a great time! The cabin is amazing and we make it a family trip every year. We love the ability to unplug and have nature so present! We will be back!
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Location & Directions for West Fork of Rock Creek Cabin (MT)
88 Business Loop, Phillipsburg, MT 59858 United States
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.