Bear Creek Cabin
Currently closed for public use. The cabin operates as an administrative site from May through November and reopens for public rental in December. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Winter Storm Watch issued October 8 at 11:48PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy wet snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches along the Big Belt Mountains and between 6 and 12 inches above 7000 feet in the mountains of Madison and Gallatin counties. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains and Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially over mountain passes. Back country conditions may be very dangerous. Wet snow and gusty winds may down trees limbs and power lines.
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
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.
About
Bear Creek Cabin sits at the edge of the Lee Metcalf Wilderness at the foot of the Madison Range, surrounded by open meadows, mature aspens, and Douglas fir. The two-room cabin sleeps four on two single beds and one bunk bed set. Amenities include electricity, a wood stove for heat with firewood provided, refrigerator, stove/oven, and basic cooking equipment. A vault toilet is located 40 feet from the cabin. The cabin is available for public rental from December through April, making it ideal for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and winter exploration. During summer and fall months, the site is used administratively and closed to public reservations. Visitors must bring their own water or treat creek water, as no potable water is available. Campfires are prohibited, and camping outside the cabin is not allowed. The Bear Creek Wildlife Management Area immediately north is closed to all off-trail access December 2 through May 15. Cell coverage is extremely limited. The cabin is approximately 60 miles north of Yellowstone National Park, with the historic towns of Virginia City and Nevada City about 3 miles west.
Directions
From Ennis, take Highway 287 south for 11 miles to Cameron, Montana. From Cameron, turn east on Bear Creek Loop and continue approximately 6-8 miles following signs to the cabin. The last several miles are gravel or dirt roads which may be muddy or snow-covered and may not always be plowed.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 682-4253 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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