Bar Gulch Cabin
The cabin is open and available for reservations via Recreation.gov. Access is generally good but a 4-wheel drive vehicle may be required in winter as snow removal is not provided. Firewood is not guaranteed June 1 through August 31.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 1 at 2:51PM MDT until July 1 at 5:45PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
FFWTFX The National Weather Service in Great Falls has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Northwestern Broadwater County in southwestern Montana... North Central Jefferson County in southwestern Montana... Southeastern Lewis and Clark County in west central Montana... * Until 545 PM MDT. * At 251 PM MDT, trained weather spotters reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. The expected rainfall rate is 0.5 to 1.5 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Trained spotters reported. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Helena, Townsend, East Helena, Winston, Goose Bay, Silos, York and Spring Meadow Lake State Park.
Flash Flood Watch issued July 1 at 10:58AM MDT until July 1 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Flash flooding and debris flows caused by excessive rainfall continue to be possible over the Horse Gulch burn scar. * WHERE...A portion of central Montana, including the following area, Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 10 PM MDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heavy rainfall could trigger flash flooding in low-lying areas and cause debris flows. Residents and those recreating near the Horse Gulch burn scar should prepare for the potential of flash flooding and debris flows. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving thunderstorms producing heavy rain. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 3:23PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
At 323 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11 miles east of Wolf Creek, or 23 miles south of Cascade, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central Lewis and Clark and southwestern Cascade Counties.
About
Bar Gulch Cabin sits in a grassy clearing surrounded by mixed-conifer forest in Montana's Big Belt Mountains, about 5 miles north of Canyon Ferry Reservoir. Originally constructed in the 1930s for mining purposes, the cabin was later used recreationally under special use permits before being donated to the Forest Service in 1988. Today it serves as a rustic getaway accommodating up to six guests. The one-room cabin features a skylight, two bunk beds with mattresses, a full-sized bed, wood stove for heat, an antique cook stove, and propane lanterns. There is no electricity, running water, or indoor plumbing. An accessible vault toilet, picnic table, and campfire ring are located outside. Guests must bring drinking water, propane cylinders for the lanterns and stove, sleeping bags, and other essentials. Recreation opportunities abound nearby. Belt Divide Trail and Bar Gulch Trail offer hiking right from the cabin. Canyon Ferry Lake, just five miles away, provides boating, fishing for rainbow trout, perch, ling and walleye, and excellent bald eagle viewing. The surrounding area supports elk, bighorn sheep, deer, black bear, moose, and a variety of birds.
Directions
From Helena, take Canyon Ferry Road over the dam, past Kim's Marina. Continuing east, watch for a left-hand turn onto Magpie Road (#425). From this intersection, proceed up Magpie Road 3.9 miles. Turn left on Bar Gulch Road. Continue approximately 0.25 miles to the cabin on the left. The cabin is 24 miles from Helena and 30 miles from Townsend.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 266-3425 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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