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Bar Gulch Cabin

BAR GULCH
BAR GULCH

About Bar Gulch Cabin

Bar Gulch Cabin is located in the Big Belt Mountain Range in Helena National Forest. The cabin was originally constructed in the 1930s on Forest Service lands to be used for mining purposes. Instead, it was used for recreational purposes and issued a special use permit, which was transferred to several owners until it was donated to the Forest Service in 1988. Today the cabin is a rustic getaway for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in west-central Montana. It is accessible by car, but snow removal is not provided in winter. The cabin offers several amenities, but guests should be prepared to bring some of their own supplies and gear.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

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Price
🏠 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH
6 guests
$50.00
/ per night

Reviews (27)

Review Summary

4.5
27 reviews
5
74.1%
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4
11.1%
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7.4%
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Kim C

Verified

February 1, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

5

We always enjoy this cabin. New beds and fresh paint, thank you! It was a great weekend!!! It does need a new fire extinguisher. We didn’t need it, but the one that is there is empty.

Forrest R

Verified

December 22, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

5

Thanks! great cabin to stay at!

Lana C

Verified

November 25, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

5

The cabin warms up quickly with the stove in the middle of the room. The only downside is the lack of lighting - come prepared!

Gregg M

Verified

September 25, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

5

It is really great to get away to a place from the past with no running water or electricity, or most importantly, internet. Bar Gultch is just such a place.

JAMES G

Verified

August 20, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

3

Easy lake access...15 minutes.
No water.

Christopher K

Verified

July 10, 2024 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

5

My son and I very much enjoyed our time at this cabin!

Damon S

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March 18, 2024 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

5

Great cabin. Winter weather but was very cozy. Very clean and well kept. lots of firewood.

kayla w

Verified

September 26, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

4

We were disappointed that the pump handle for potable water still hadn't been replaced, as it was noted to be problematic mid summer, but otherwise the cabin was as described. We had no visitors overnight, that we could tell. Good location to Canyon Ferry and the road was very well maintained

Aaron O

Verified

September 26, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

5

This is our 6th year in a row staying at Bar Gulch and it never disappoints.

Kim C

Verified

July 24, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BAR GULCH

3

We have stayed at this cabin a few times and always enjoy it. The only downfall was that the water pump's handle is missing. We knew this so we were well equipped with our own water. With the summer heat, the flies are bad, so come prepared with bug spray etc.

Location Bar Gulch Cabin

Address:
415 S. Front Street
Townsend, MT, 59644
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 46.6969 / -111.624

Elevation: 1430 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Entry to the cabin is by combination lock, code provided in reservation email confirmation.

General

Please print and be prepared to present your confirmation letter to officials

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Please clean cabin upon departure

General

Make sure cabin is locked upon departure

General

Keep open fires within the campfire ring

General

Amenities such as cookware, cooking utensils, firewood and lanterns cannot be guaranteed

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