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Judith Guard Station

Judith Guard Station
Judith Guard Station
Judith Guard Station

Featured amenities

Parking
Picnic Table

About Judith Guard Station

Judith Guard Station is a historic Ranger Station dating back to the early 1900s. Designated as a National Historic Site, the cabin is decorated with historically accurate furnishings and wallpaper. It is just a stone's throw from the Middle Fork of the Judith River and a small campground with a picnic area. Mandatory bear food storage requirements apply, with specfic compliance information posted at the cabin. The cabin, located about 30 miles south of Stanford, may be accessed by regular passenger vehicle until snow season. The road is usually plowed within 2 miles of the station, and a four-wheel-drive vehicle can often make the trip. In times of heavy snowfall, the last half-mile to the cabin may require a snowmobile, skis or snowshoes.

Number of accommodations: 1

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
Picnic Table
Connectivity and Media

Connectivity and Media

  • Cell Reception
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
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001, Loop: AREA JUDITH GUARD STATION

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Site Details

Up to 8 guests
Surface: Gravel
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Reviews (36)

What Guests Are Saying

Judith Guard Station offers a cozy atmosphere and beautiful surroundings, making it a great place for repeat visits. While some concerns were raised about cleanliness and water availability, guests appreciated the creek access for children and the overall experience. Caution is advised for families with small children due to fast ATV traffic in the area.

Review Summary

3.9
36 reviews
5
47.2%
17
4
25.0%
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3
13.9%
5
2
2.8%
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1
11.1%
4

Shannon W

Verified

May 17, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA JUDITH GUARD STATION

5

Gorgeous! We felt like we got to stay in a museum! So fun to learn the history and have our adventures!

James Willich

James Willich

May 9, 2021

5

One of the nicest, most well appointed FS cabin I've ever stayed in. Will definitely visit again.

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Susan H

Verified

April 18, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA JUDITH GUARD STATION

5

It's a wonderful historic cabin. I would not rent this during the summer as there is a campground right in front of it. The quiet, peaceful environment was why I came, so don't think I would have enjoyed it as much with lots of other people around. There ARE mice. They run around between the floorboards at night. They didn't bother me, and I never saw them but if you don't like mice, this is not the cabin for you. Lots of bird life and wildlife. Great hiking trails. In winter propane heat and stove are a big bonus. I will be back next winter or early spring.

LaNette D

Verified

January 7, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA JUDITH GUARD STATION

5

The cabin is well maintained and is is great condition. We had a great time puzzling, hiking, and playing the piano.

Tara P

Verified

July 12, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA JUDITH GUARD STATION

5

We rented the cabin for 3 nights the end of June. I worked for the FS when I was in high school. One of the projects I worked on was preparing the cabin for installing the propane line. I hadn't been there since then, summer of 1996. We were so impressed with the job done to restore the cabin and all the amenities. It's definitely not roughing it very hard. I would stay again, no questions. When we arrived, it was clean and had plenty of cooking supplies. A great time was had! Talking about making a yearly tradition out of it.

eric h

Verified

July 9, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA JUDITH GUARD STATION

3

More like 3.5 for me:
The cabin itself was a 5 - really nice restoration, and comfortable with 3 bedrooms. Nice, large kitchen, great dining space. The front porch is large and a great place to read and take in the scenery.

The setting I would rate a 4. Nice area, close to the river with interesting cliffs. Fishing opportunities and hiking trails nearby.

As for the experience, it was a 2. There is a popular ATV trail 10 feet off the front porch, and the weekend we went there was a lot of noise and activity. Nearby campers would drive up and park in front to use the cabin's outhouse. It would probably be a much better experience in the winter or on a weekday.

One final note: there is no fire ring at the cabin, so don't plan a menu around fire and charcoal grilled food (like we did!)

Jill I

Verified

June 8, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA JUDITH GUARD STATION

4

People before us didn’t clean very well, sticky old food in kitchen and crumbs on floor in dining area, but cabin is so nice so I cleaned when we got there and when we left so hopefully the next time we go the people before us do a better job having it ready for us. Such a nice historic place!

Jackie F

Verified

June 2, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA JUDITH GUARD STATION

2

Two of the lanterns were broken from prior guests and should’ve been replaced before our arrival , also the yard was not mowed so I couldn’t let my granddaughter out in the yard , and the pans were put away dirty , we cleaned the cabin and dishes spotless and left it in better condition then prior guests as we were raised to do hopefully our next year stay will be better

Jenny Ridenour

Jenny Ridenour

April 8, 2020

5

I loved this place. Gorgeous area.

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David C

Verified

February 2, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA JUDITH GUARD STATION

4

Great stay at a very nice cabin.

Location Judith Guard Station

Address:
109 Central Ave. P.O. Box 484
Stanford, MT, 59479
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 46.8483 / -110.291

Elevation: 1530 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check out time

11AM

General

  • The Guard Station is a historic site and is meant to be rented for use of the Guard Station itself. Due to the historic nature of this facility, campers and RVs may not be parked out front of the Station, but can be parked at the campground just down from the Guard Station. Not abiding by this historical preservation policy is grounds for eviction without refund.
  • Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack in-pack out' facility
  • No water, electricity or sewer hookups available
  • Cell phone reception is unreliable
  • Collect downed, dead wood for campfire firewood
  • Pets are not allowed in the cabin at any time, but can be kept outside in a kennel or on a six-foot or less leash. Users are responsible for removing all pet food and droppings from rental site prior to departure.
  • No camping units permitted at cabin site
  • Visitors must clean cabin prior to departure; a fee will be charged if extra clean-up is needed.
  • Walk-in reservations no longer accepted
  • Bears frequent the area; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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