About Swan Guard Station
Number of accommodations: 1
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2026 Season availability
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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (70)
What Guests Are Saying
Guests enjoyed their stay at Swan Guard Station, praising the cozy and warm cabin, peaceful views, and the convenience of kitchen appliances. While some reported issues with cleanliness and a fly problem, many appreciated the ample space and secluded feel despite its proximity to the highway. The cabin is well-equipped for outdoor activities and provides a comfortable retreat for nature lovers.
What Guests Are Saying
Guests enjoyed their stay at Swan Guard Station, praising the cozy and warm cabin, peaceful views, and the convenience of kitchen appliances. While some reported issues with cleanliness and a fly problem, many appreciated the ample space and secluded feel despite its proximity to the highway. The cabin is well-equipped for outdoor activities and provides a comfortable retreat for nature lovers.
Review Summary
ROBERT P
VerifiedApril 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
all was great.
Tammy R
VerifiedApril 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
My granddaughter and I really enjoyed our stay. The cabin was warm and comfortable, and we enjoyed listening to the birds.
Brittany P
VerifiedFebruary 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
So much room! The views were peaceful, and despite being RIGHT on the highway, the cabin still feels very secluded as it is down a steep bank off the road. Just something to note if you bring doggos or small kids - the road is close.
Cozy, comfortable, warm, appliances worked well, fire pit and benches were close, the shed had a maul (that I forgot) for splitting wood, and we all had a blast.
I was glad I brought:
Lots of drinking water (there is a well pump for washing dishes), toilet paper, and trash bags (there is a bin, but no extra bags), sheets and pillows for the beds, first aid kit (there is one provided, but I'm still glad we had ours).
I didn't need it (but brought it and hope to save you the time) because it was supplied:
A coffee press, pots and pans, knives, utensils, plates/bowls/cups, sponges/soap for dishes
Britt K
VerifiedNovember 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
The cabin was an absolute mess when we got there. There were food crumbs on the table and flies everywhere. We swept, vacuumed, and wiped everything down. The cabin has a huge fly problem. We took all the fly traps down and hung 10 new ones that I brought. It was livable the next day. The fly traps were almost full in 2 days!
Tammy R
VerifiedOctober 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
I go there to get away from it all. Once I pull in that driveway, I don’t leave until I have to come home.
Dave L
VerifiedJune 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
The nature trail that is off the first road to the right going south in the state forest was enjoyable. The cabin was clean and it was nice to have lights and electric heat.
Leslie D
VerifiedApril 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Once again, we had a wonderful stay at Swan Guard Station. Nothing like a "Spring Break" trip that includes waking up to 2 fresh inches of snow! Our only complaint was that the front door lock was extremely difficult to get open and at times locked members of our group outside even when it was unlocked. This could be a dangerous situation on a cold night if a guest didn't have someone inside the house to open it up for them. It was a good reminder to all of us that keeping your car keys on you when going out of the cabin wasn't a bad idea.
Pamela W
VerifiedFebruary 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Convenient location for Nordic skiing. Adequate heat (it was very cold when we were there), adequate kitchen equipment, good fridge and very nice stove, mattresses were adequately comfortable and not broken down, living room furniture was adequate.
Wesley M
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Nice place.
Ron B
VerifiedDecember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Enjoyable stay as usual.
Location Swan Guard Station
Address:
Swan Lake, MT, 59911
United States
From Bigfork take Hwy 83 south towards Swan Lake. Continue through the town of Swan Lake to mile-marker 69, just south of town. The cabin driveway is just south of the cabin rental sign. Continue down the driveway to the cabin with the porch.
Latitude & Longitude: 47.9094 / -113.835
Elevation: 944 feet
Policies & Rules
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| General |
The cabin combination code will be on your confirmation email. Contact the ranger district office at (406) 837-7500, during normal office hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) for updates on weather and road conditions; refunds will not be given for inclement weather or road conditions. |
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Water system require electicity please plan accordingly. Refunds will not be given for a power outage which are possible due to the remote nature of the cabin. Click this link for outage information https://outage.flathead.coop:8181/ |
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The road to the cabin is plowed in winter. However, you should be prepared for winter driving conditions. Depending on the severity of snowfall, the cabin may not be immediately plowed. It is also common for the cabin to lose power during weather events. Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly. |
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This is a rustic cabin rental. While we have supplied the cabin rental with several amenities please realize this is not a hotel room or a vacation house rental. The cabin will not have all modern conveniences or comforts. We clean the cabins about once a week, which means we do not clean after every rental. Some renters are not as courteous as others and may leave the cabin less than spotless. Please take this into consideration when forming your expectations of the cabin rental. |
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During your stay the Forest Service or their representatives may be present at or around the cabin to perform repairs, stocking of cabin supplies, snow removal, or any other general maintenance. |
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Grizzly bears frequent the area; please store food, beverages, coolers and garbage inside the cabin at all times. |
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Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack-it-in, pack-it-out' facility. |
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The porch, ramps, steps and roadways can be slippery when damp, or covered by snow or frost. |
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Please conserve propane and turn the thermostat to 55 degrees while away from the cabin. |
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Commercial use of cabin is prohibited. |
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Domestic pets are allowed; please be a responsible owner; clean cabin of dog hair and pick up waste. |
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Stock is prohibited. |
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Click here for more information on the Flathead National Forest. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
