Twin Lakes Cabin
Open — Open for reservations from January 1 to April 15 and May 20 to December 31. Winter access requires snowmobiling, skiing, or snowshoeing up to 12 miles from the end of the plowed road.
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
R1-2025-02 Use of Vehicles Off Road
Use of vehicles off road prohibition for the Nez-Perce Clearwater and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests and Dakota Prairie Grasslands.
Delmoe Lake Area/Road Closure
U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest ServiceBeaverhead-Deerlodge National ForestButte Ranger DistrictArea/Road Closure
Elkhorn Mine Area and Road Closure
The purpose of this Order is for public safety, the mill site is unstable with heavy metals in the soil and the adit area is flooded with falling rock at the portal entrance.
Updated September 16, 2025: National Forest System Area Closure-Bivens and Cloudrest Fires
The purpose of this Order is for public health and safety due to the Cloud rest and Bivens Creek Fires.
Use of Vehicles Off Road
Possessing or using a vehicle off National Forest System Roads is prohibited on all National Forest System lands on the Nez-Perce Clearwater and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests and Dakota Prairie Grasslands.
Indian Creek Trail #6328
The bridge on Indian Creek Trail #6328 will be replaced during the first three weeks of August. The trail will be impassable during the construction.
NFS Road 919 Temporary Closure
Two culverts will be replaced on NFS Road 919 starting July 15, 2025. The road will be closed until approximately August 3, 2025. A detour will be in place on NFS Road 7491.
Ramshorn Creek Bridge/Forest Service Road 1238 Bridge Replacement
Bridge Replacement over Ramshorn Creek on Forest Road 1238 is scheduled to begin July 9th, 2025, and is expected to take about 28 days to complete. The road will be fully closed during construction.
Road/Trail Prohibitions, Off-Road Prohibitions in Recommended Wilderness Areas
This order describes the off-road prohibitions in Recommended Wilderness.
Annual Food Storage Order
Food storage order is in effect annually from March 1 to December 1 on the National Forest System (NFS) lands within the Beaverhead- Deerlodge and Bitterroot National Forests.
Pallet Prohibition Order Butte Ranger District
The following is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands in the Butte Ranger District, Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest: possessing or storing any material containing nails, screws, or other metal hardware, including wood pallets and construction debris, that could be used as…
Thompson Park Area Closure for Camping and Fires
The purpose of this Order is to provide for public health and safety and resource protection resulting from high levels of undeveloped (dispersed) camping in the area.
Anaconda Pintler Wilderness Restrictions
A package of restrictions for the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness Area on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge and Bitterroot National Forests regarding travel and camping with stock, campfires, group size, and mandatory party/individual registration.
Winter Storm Watch issued March 31 at 12:51PM MDT until April 3 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 14 inches possible at and above pass level with 3 to 7 inches at lower elevations. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains, Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass, Southern Rocky Mountain Front, and Northwest Beaverhead County. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Slushy snow covered roads and significantly reduced visibility at times may make travel very difficult. Tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The combination of heavy, wet snow and winds may cause power outages and tree damage.
About
Twin Lakes Cabin was built in the 1920s to house trail crews, smoke chasers, timber cruisers, and grazing inspectors working in the Beaverhead Mountains of western Montana. Located at the base of Hirschy and Jumbo peaks on the shore of Twin Lakes at 7,200 feet elevation, the cabin offers a rustic yet equipped retreat in a heavily wooded evergreen forest. The cabin accommodates up to 6 guests with two bunk beds and two single beds. Summer amenities include electricity and non-potable water, while firewood is provided year-round. Guests must bring their own propane canisters for cooking and pack out all trash, as there is no garbage service. A vault toilet is available on-site. The cabin sits within Twin Lakes Campground, providing access to the 75-acre lake for fishing (trout, arctic grayling, and mountain whitefish) and non-motorized boating. Recreational opportunities abound in every season. Summer and fall bring hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding on trails including the Big Lake Creek Trail and access routes to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Winter transforms the area into snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing terrain. The cabin is accessible by vehicle during summer months via 26 miles of gravel roads from Wisdom. In winter, when Twin Lakes Road is plowed only partway, guests must travel up to 12 miles by snowmobile, skis, or snowshoes to reach the cabin. Wildlife in the area includes elk, moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, and black bears.
Directions
From Wisdom, travel south on Highway 278 for approximately 6.5 miles. Turn west at the sign for National Forest access to Twin Lakes. Continue west 8 miles on Twin Lakes Road, then turn left onto Forest Service Road 945 for 4.8 miles. Turn right onto FS Road 183 and follow west 6 miles to Twin Lakes Campground. The cabin is located between campsites 2 and 5.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $55 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 689-3243 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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