About Thompson Guard Station
Number of accommodations: 1
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Cooking and Fire
- Campfire Ring
- Firewood Available
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- Parking
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- Deck or Patio
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01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
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Reviews (22)
What Guests Are Saying
Thompson Guard Station offers a fine facility with a great firewood stockpile and beautiful, spacious accommodations. Guests appreciate the easy access and enjoyable surroundings for both families and pets. While some improvements are needed, such as clearing old logs and restocking cooking gear, overall experiences are positive and inviting.
What Guests Are Saying
Thompson Guard Station offers a fine facility with a great firewood stockpile and beautiful, spacious accommodations. Guests appreciate the easy access and enjoyable surroundings for both families and pets. While some improvements are needed, such as clearing old logs and restocking cooking gear, overall experiences are positive and inviting.
Review Summary
Shawn D
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
I have stayed in many of these cabins before, and I enjoy them.
When I walked into this cabin it was a disaster spaghetti sauce was all over everything along with hamburger noodles there were 3 loads of dishes I had to wash since there is no water at theses cabins ,I had to melt the snow to be able to wash them all ,not a simple task for 12 plates 4 pans and several other dishes so about 3 big loads of dishes. Before I could wash the dishes I had to clean the sink, counter, wall and wash bins off, sauce was every where
So when I went to get the wood to start the fire, so I could melt the snow to clean there mess up ,the people before us also threw whole logs in the box and did not chop one
So had to chop wood before I could even lite afire to melt the snow to clean there mess up
So disappointed in the people the decided to leave this mess for others to clean up especially now that the rent on the cabins have went up in price if I knew who they were they would be banned from renting the cabin again
Thank you
Shawn D
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
I have stayed in many of these cabins before, and I enjoy them.
When I walked into this cabin it was a disaster spaghetti sauce was all over everything along with hamburger noodles there were 3 loads of dishes I had to wash since there is no water at theses cabins ,I had to melt the snow to be able to wash them all ,not a simple task for 12 plates 4 pans and several other dishes so about 3 big loads of dishes. Before I could wash the dishes I had to clean the sink, counter, wall and wash bins off, sauce was every where
So when I went to get the wood to start the fire, so I could melt the snow to clean there mess up ,the people before us also threw whole logs in the box and did not chop one
So had to chop wood before I could even lite afire to melt the snow to clean there mess up
So disappointed in the people the decided to leave this mess for others to clean up especially now that the rent on the cabins have went up in price if I knew who they were they would be banned from renting the cabin again
Thank you
Danielle M
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
This is a great little cabin and beautiful location in the Big Belt Mtns. This was a nice way to unplug, get away and enjoy nature.
Danielle M
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
This is a great little cabin and beautiful location in the Big Belt Mtns. This was a nice way to unplug, get away and enjoy nature.
TIM R
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
just what we were looking for
TIM R
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
just what we were looking for
GARRETT R
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
GARRETT R
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
Andrew B
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
Warm, dry cabin in a great setting.
Andrew B
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA THOMPSON GUARD STATION
Warm, dry cabin in a great setting.
Location Thompson Guard Station
Address:
415 S. Front Street
Townsend, MT, 59644
United States
From White Sulphur Springs, travel west on Highway 360 for 1.6 miles. At this point, make a sharp curve to the right off the highway. There is a Forest Service sign at this junction that reads: Gipsy Lake 14, Townsend 44. Go straight onto the gravel road for 6.5 miles. At 6.5 miles, the gravel road forks at the entrance to a ranch. Stay to the right. As you drive the next 7.5 miles to the Forest boundary, the road will become more primitive. Within a quarter of a mile of the Forest boundary, a sign for Thompson Station will direct you to the right onto Forest Road #383. Take Forest Road #383 for 0.6 miles to a sign that will direct you to the left, and to a gate to the station.
Access to the cabin during the summer months is good and can be reached by driving through White Sulphur Springs or from the west over Duck Creek Pass.
The Forest Service does not provide snow removal to the cabin. During winter, snow closes the road and access is maintained to within about 8 miles of the cabin on the east side. Please use parking that is identified and do not block private land access. Access to the cabin is by snowshoes, cross-country skis, or snowmobile. Generally, the road will open around the first week in June.
Thompson Guard Station is accessible via Highway 360, which is located approximately 1.6 miles from White Sulphur Springs. No other major roads are mentioned within a reasonable distance.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.5042 / -111.208
Elevation: 1929 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Use the combination code from your reservation email to enter the cabin.
- Lock the cabin when you leave.
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
- This facility does not provide water, electricity, or indoor plumbing.
Wildlife & food storage
- Keep food and trash indoors; do not leave them outside.
- Pack out all garbage and food when you leave.
Safety & rules
- Smoking is not allowed inside the cabin.
- Clean the cabin before you leave.
Fires & fuel
- Only use the designated campfire ring for open fires.
- Obtain firewood locally and burn it on-site to prevent pest spread.
General
- Learn more about the Helena National Forest
Accessibility
- No snow removal is provided; access is limited in winter, with parking restrictions.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
