About Swan Guard Station
Number of accommodations: 1
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Power Service
Water Hookup
Kitchen
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Power Service
- Water Hookup
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
Cabin Interior
- Kitchen
- Heating
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001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Site Details
Reviews (209)
What Guests Are Saying
The cabin at Swan Guard Station received positive feedback for being clean, cozy, and well-equipped, with enjoyable amenities like a fire pit and good heating. Guests appreciated the peaceful views and proximity to nature trails, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Some minor issues were noted, such as a fly problem and a difficult front door lock, but overall, visitors expressed a desire to return for future stays.
What Guests Are Saying
The cabin at Swan Guard Station received positive feedback for being clean, cozy, and well-equipped, with enjoyable amenities like a fire pit and good heating. Guests appreciated the peaceful views and proximity to nature trails, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Some minor issues were noted, such as a fly problem and a difficult front door lock, but overall, visitors expressed a desire to return for future stays.
Review Summary
Steve T
VerifiedJanuary 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Went out for the Solstice weekend with friends and it was very cozy. The area is stunning. There is a great little trail across the road, and the cabin is well kept. You might want to set a mouse trap once you get in. We only saw one, but they are around. Enjoy!
Steve T
VerifiedJanuary 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Went out for the Solstice weekend with friends and it was very cozy. The area is stunning. There is a great little trail across the road, and the cabin is well kept. You might want to set a mouse trap once you get in. We only saw one, but they are around. Enjoy!
Steve T
VerifiedJanuary 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Went out for the Solstice weekend with friends and it was very cozy. The area is stunning. There is a great little trail across the road, and the cabin is well kept. You might want to set a mouse trap once you get in. We only saw one, but they are around. Enjoy!
Robert J F
VerifiedNovember 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Well, tried to give five stars but the page does not allow me to select Excellent in either chrome or safari :(. This was our second visit to the cabin, this time with friends and we loved it. We recommend bringing plenty of water, otherwise there is a pump about 100 feet away from the cabin and a water container on site.
Robert J F
VerifiedNovember 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Well, tried to give five stars but the page does not allow me to select Excellent in either chrome or safari :(. This was our second visit to the cabin, this time with friends and we loved it. We recommend bringing plenty of water, otherwise there is a pump about 100 feet away from the cabin and a water container on site.
Robert J F
VerifiedNovember 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Well, tried to give five stars but the page does not allow me to select Excellent in either chrome or safari :(. This was our second visit to the cabin, this time with friends and we loved it. We recommend bringing plenty of water, otherwise there is a pump about 100 feet away from the cabin and a water container on site.
Zoe B
VerifiedAugust 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Great stay as usual, but bad smell coming from kitchen area.
Zoe B
VerifiedAugust 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Great stay as usual, but bad smell coming from kitchen area.
Zoe B
VerifiedAugust 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
Great stay as usual, but bad smell coming from kitchen area.
Rhonda V
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN GUARD STATION
An awesome get away with lots of amenities. The cabin is very clean, well maintained and spacious. Having electric and heat is a great bonus. There’s a water pump up the hill and a container provided. It sometimes takes a little perseverance to make the water flow, but it does work!
No WiFi and cell service is very minimal but we like it that way! The swan lake day use area nearby is a great place to spend the day swimming or paddle boarding, but remember to bring cash or pay online in advance (at recreation.gov). There are several other lakes along the road as well that are worth exploring if you like to kayak or paddle board.
Don’t forget a flashlight to get to the toilet at night, and lots of insect repellant!
We’ve been here a few times now and will definitely return!
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
Arrival & departure
- The cabin code is in your confirmation email; call the ranger office for weather updates, but no refunds for weather issues.
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.
Utilities
- Plan for electricity needs as power outages are possible; no refunds for outages.
- Conserve propane by setting the thermostat to 55 degrees when not in the cabin.
Safety & rules
- The road is plowed in winter, but be prepared for winter conditions and possible power loss.
- Forest Service staff may be present for maintenance during your stay.
- Bring garbage bags as this is a pack-it-in, pack-it-out facility.
- Be cautious as surfaces may be slippery when wet or icy.
Amenities
- Expect rustic conditions; the cabin is not a hotel and might not be perfectly clean after every stay.
Wildlife & food storage
- Store all food and garbage inside the cabin to avoid attracting bears.
Site types & loops
- Commercial use of the cabin is not allowed.
- The presence of stock animals is not allowed.
Pets
- Pets are welcome; please clean up after them responsibly.
Local regulations
- Access additional information about the Flathead National Forest.
Fires & fuel
- Obtain firewood locally to prevent pest spread; visit the provided link for more information.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
