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Reviews (46)
What Guests Are Saying
Gordon Reese Cabin is a spacious and well-stocked backcountry shelter in a stunning location, perfect for a comfortable stay. Visitors appreciate the wood stove, fine mattresses, and breathtaking night skies, though some amenities like solar lights and stove functionality need improvement. Overall, it's a cherished retreat, though guests should come prepared with necessities and be aware of potential maintenance issues.
What Guests Are Saying
Gordon Reese Cabin is a spacious and well-stocked backcountry shelter in a stunning location, perfect for a comfortable stay. Visitors appreciate the wood stove, fine mattresses, and breathtaking night skies, though some amenities like solar lights and stove functionality need improvement. Overall, it's a cherished retreat, though guests should come prepared with necessities and be aware of potential maintenance issues.
Review Summary
Sally M
VerifiedFebruary 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
The cabin is an excellent backcountry shelter, with ample space and most of the supplies you need for a comfortable stay. The wood stove provides ample heat and the mattresses are fine. The location can’t be beat - and the night sky on a clear night is ….indescribable….
Renee R
VerifiedDecember 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
The solar lights did not work because the prior quests left the light on to the upstairs sleeping area. The propane lights illuminated a small area. Would recommend bringing hiking headlamps for extra light.
Quentin P
VerifiedDecember 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
Well stocked cabin with oven&range, lights (solar battery) and firewood stove (stocked inside) at beautiful, remote yet accessible location - pack fresh water in and trash out. 12+" snow fell to make ski trip fun but interesting getting out mid-winter. Cheif Joe parking lot not plowed next day so be prepared for anything! Cabin is shared with xc skiers during day and we were grateful for their kindness, help and had good winter experience.
Jamie K
VerifiedJuly 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
Clean, quiet, private stay.
Miles M
VerifiedMarch 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
Cell phones don't work there. The lot wasn't plowed and we got stuck twice in the parking area even with four wheel drive.
Paul S
VerifiedFebruary 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
Karla W
VerifiedJanuary 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
This is a treasure but be prepared to bring some necessities. If the solar battery is not fulling charged, you’ll be in the dark unless using the fixed propane sconces. It’s recommended to bring your own light sources & batteries. The battery operated lanterns at the cabin haven’t worked for weeks. Bring your own trash bags and perhaps a small bit of dish soap. There was none during our stay
Christine L
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
Area is fabulous! Have been going for years. The cabin is in tuff shape 😟. Solar has not worked for 4 years. Tons of snow on roof and no attention to it. People come in thinking there is water—- not your fault but find it interesting. ?
No journal to write in. No paper. No pen. Stove is difficult to use as parts are missing. Could be dangerous. Does not have the care and charm it used to have 🫣🥴😟. Would always come back as it is our back yard. Lucky to call it home. It needs some TLC.
dylan w
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
beautiful location, great facility.
Tom K
VerifiedMarch 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
The kitchen needs a new can opener and the Host white board needs a new dry erase pen.
Otherwise it was all good.
Location Gordon Reese Cabin
Address:
Po Box 238
Wisdom, MT, 59761
United States
From Wisdom, travel west on Highway 43 for 26 miles, the parking area is located at the top of Chief Joseph Pass. The route has many signs. Maps of the area may be purchased by calling the Wisdom Ranger District.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.694 / -113.934
Elevation: 2217 feet
Policies & Rules
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Guests must bring their own water for drinking, cooking and cleaning. During the winter season (Dec 1 - Apr 15) snow can be melted for use in the cabin, but should be treated to remove bacteria. |
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This facility is located in a remote area; before making a reservation, become aware of bear, water and weather safety (including avalanche danger). |
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Guests should be aware that there is a risk of exposure to hantavirus when visiting remote cabins; click here to learn more. |
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All garbage and food must be packed out. |
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Learn more about the Beaverhead-Deerlodge 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. Firewood for the warming stove is provided on site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
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You will have access to the lock combination code once your reservation is confirmed. No need to call the Wisdom District Office for the padlock combination. During the winter season the main floor of the cabin serves as a warming shelter during the day; overnight guests rooms are located on the upper level. |
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Look for the Bitterroot XC Ski Club website and facebook page for the latest XC ski trail grooming report. Ski trail grooming takes place from Dec 1-April 14 each year with grant funds awarded to the Bitterroot XC Ski Club and Lost Trail Powder Mtn. Ski Area. |
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Please do not bring dogs onto the Chief Joseph ski trails during the winter. Nearby Forest Service Road 1260 is a multi-use winter trail where visitors can ski and showshoe with dogs. Backcountry ski trails on the south side of MT Hwy 43 are also great places to ski with your dogs. |
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Each visitor group is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting the cabin. The Beaverhead-Deerlodge NF checks on the cabin intermittently during the reservation season and cannot guarantee the sterilization of facilities or prevention of disease transmission during the COVID-19 pandemic. For the latest on COVID-19 in Montana, please refer to the Governor's Corona Virus Task Force: https://covid19.mt.gov/ |
