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Gordon Reese Cabin

Gordon Reese cabin approach
GORDON REESE CABIN upstairs
GORDON REESE CABIN summer
GORDON REESE CABIN in winter
GORDON REESE CABIN main floor

About Gordon Reese Cabin

Gordon Reese Cabin provides a modern, well-equipped place to stay while enjoying the scenic western Montana mountain ranges. During the summer a variety of recreational opportunities exist in the surrounding area, including hunting, hiking and viewing abundant wildlife. The cabin is a feature along the Lewis and Clark Trail. During the winter months the Gordon Reese Cabin and surrounding areas transform into a winter wonderland. Surrounding the cabin are 32 kilometers of cross-country ski trails for which visitors enjoy various levels of difficulty. Gordon Reese Cabin is available as a warming hut to the public during the day, meaning the renters of the cabin do not have exclusive use of the facilities and are expected to act in a welcoming manner. The upstairs sleeping area can be closed off to provide limited privacy during the day when the cabin is used as a warming hut. In the summer, the cabin can be accessed by a short, level hike from a parking area less than a mile away. In the winter, the cabin is available by cross-country skiing the same distance. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on Jun 15

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

Site
Price
🏠 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN
8 guests
$75.00
/ per night

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.

Review Summary

4.5
46 reviews
5
63.0%
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Vicky A

Verified

February 9, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN

5

We enjoyed our stay at the Gordon Reece Cabin, enjoying the groomed cross country trails and cozy cabin. Be sure to bring enough drinking water it takes a lot of melted snow to fill a water bottle. Also, bring a headlamp or some kind of lighting if you spend the night as the solar battery may not last the evening.

Gail B

Verified

January 25, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN

3

I was not able to stay at the cabin due to a bad windstorm that blocked the route to the cabin, and presented unsafe conditions for being in the woods.

Amber B

Verified

January 3, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN

5

Magical place.

Abby K

Verified

December 14, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN

4

Always fun!

Melissa H

Verified

October 16, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN

4

There were 5 of us staying overnight and the accommodations were plenty spacious. There were plenty of cleaning supplies, hand sanitizer and dish soap. We went hiking and biking and cooked some great meals. A great place to spend time, after our Glacier Park trip was canceled.

Matthew R

Verified

March 24, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GORDON REESE CABIN

5

Good place

Location Gordon Reese Cabin

Address:
Po Box 238
Wisdom, MT, 59761
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 45.694 / -113.934

Elevation: 2217 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

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/ 

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