About Bend Guard Station
Activities & Attractions
Nearby
Fishing
Hiking
Year-round
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Showers
Kitchen
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Cabin Interior
- Kitchen
001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
- 16 guests
Site Details
Reviews (63)
What Guests Are Saying
Bend Guard Station offers a beautiful and clean setting, perfect for outdoor activities like biking, hiking, and wildlife watching, with many guests praising the cozy cabin atmosphere and convenient amenities. While some noted issues with mattress comfort and outdoor lighting, the overall experience remains highly positive, with guests expressing a strong desire to return. The area is described as peaceful and ideal for exploring nature, making it a great getaway destination.
What Guests Are Saying
Bend Guard Station offers a beautiful and clean setting, perfect for outdoor activities like biking, hiking, and wildlife watching, with many guests praising the cozy cabin atmosphere and convenient amenities. While some noted issues with mattress comfort and outdoor lighting, the overall experience remains highly positive, with guests expressing a strong desire to return. The area is described as peaceful and ideal for exploring nature, making it a great getaway destination.
Review Summary
Dabney L
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
We found the place easily and it was well stocked and taken care of. Although there isn't much forest service land by the cabin, there is plenty of lumber land to explore. Lots of logging roads twisting all over the place. Saw tons of tracks, but little wildlife. It was super cold while we were there. Barely reached double digits. But the cabin was comfortable and cozy. Will definitely come back again!
Margaret S
VerifiedOctober 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
It was great, more than we expected, we’d like to stay longer next time.
Margaret S
VerifiedOctober 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
It was great, more than we expected, we’d like to stay longer next time.
Nick s
VerifiedAugust 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
nice place
Nick s
VerifiedAugust 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
nice place
Dave C
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
Fishing was perfect, short walk to the gate and you were on the river
Dave C
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
Fishing was perfect, short walk to the gate and you were on the river
Chris B
VerifiedMay 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
This place is amazing, the new kitchen remodel is great! We were pleasantly surprised to find a all the pots, pans, dishes and silverware we needed were already at the cabin. The beds although basic were nice and comfortable, just remember to bring sleeping bags or bedding for single beds. The hot showers aare nice to have while out enjoying nature and the thompson river right across from the cabin had great fishing. We will be back next year for sure!!
Chris B
VerifiedMay 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
This place is amazing, the new kitchen remodel is great! We were pleasantly surprised to find a all the pots, pans, dishes and silverware we needed were already at the cabin. The beds although basic were nice and comfortable, just remember to bring sleeping bags or bedding for single beds. The hot showers aare nice to have while out enjoying nature and the thompson river right across from the cabin had great fishing. We will be back next year for sure!!
Torey S
VerifiedMay 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BEND GUARD STATION
Cabin was kind of messy and now that it's $90 a night, it was a bit frustrating to be cleaning up after the construction work.
Location & Directions for Bend Guard Station
408 Clayton, Po Box 429, Plains, MT 59859 United States
Elevation: 1,007 ft
Getting There
This rental is located approximately 32 mi up the Thompson River Road (County Road 56 on maps, County Road 556 on the ground) from its junction with Montana Highway 200, five miles east of Thompson Falls, Montana. It may also be accessed from U.S....
This rental is located approximately 32 mi up the Thompson River Road (County Road 56 on maps, County Road 556 on the ground) from its junction with Montana Highway 200, five miles east of Thompson Falls, Montana. It may also be accessed from U.S. Highway 2 by turning south on the Thompson River Road (County Road 56 on maps, County Road 556 on the ground) between McGregor Lake and Lower Thompson Lake, approximately 40 mi west of Kalispell, Montana. After leaving Highway 2 or 200, area roads are low standard gravel or dirt and are often rough. Area roads also serve logging trucks and should be driven with care. During the winter, it may be necessary to hike, ski or snowmobile for at least a mile to the cabin, as roads are not always plowed. Maps are available online or for purchase by calling the Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District.
Highway access
The Bend Guard Station is accessible via Montana Highway 200, located approximately 5 miles to the west, and U.S. Highway 2, which is about 40 miles to the east. Access to the property is via Thompson River Road, a county road that connects to these major highways.
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Last updated: October 20, 2026
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