Hogback Homestead
Open seasonally April 1 through November 30. Reservations required through Recreation.gov. Check-in is 3 p.m., check-out 11 a.m. The access road from Drummond is plowed to within 2 miles of the cabin; four-wheel drive with chains, skis, or snowshoes recommended for early spring and late fall access.
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.
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.
Order 01-15-00-25-01: Bob Marshall, Scapegoat, and Great Bear Wilderness Restrictions
Occupancy and Use and Trail Restrictions for the entire Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, as well as trail, stock, and camping restrictions on Our Lake Trail and lake area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), beneath the Chinese Wall (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), and Castle Creek Riverside Campsite (Flathead…
Savenac Area Closed for Public Safety (May 23, 2026 through June 21, 2026)
What’s closed: Savenac Tree Nursery Area ClosedWhere: Savenac Tree Nursery When: May 23 through June 21, 2026Why: Hazardous conditions; closure protects public safetyPlan ahead: Check below for the closure order and map; questions? Call (406) 822‑4233 (Superior RD)
Cabin City Campground Area, Roads & Trail Closed for Public Safety (May 11, 2026–May 1, 2027)
Cabin City Campground and Roads 9117, 9117-A, 9117-B and Trail 703 are closed for public safety May 11, 2026–May 1, 2027.
West Fork Dry Creek Road and Trails 274 and 572 Closure
Road and trail access in the West Fork Dry Creek area is closed through Nov. 30, 2026, due to hazardous blowdown. Only authorized personnel and exempt landowners may enter.
East Fork Big Creek Road & Trail Closure- Superior Ranger District
Due to recent weather, East Fork Big Creek Road (Forest Service Road 428) is closed from milepost 1.35 junction with 16046 (lodgepole) to milepost 1.85 seasonal gate closure turnaround. This closure is for public health and safety due to hazardous conditions resulting from flood and wind damage…
Forest, Regional and Other Regulations
Welcome to the Lolo National Forest As a visitor to the national forests, you must follow certain rules to protect the forest and natural environment, and to ensure your health and safety.Forest and Regional RegulationsAll bear attractants, including any type of food and garbage, must be stored in…
Deer Creek Road & Snowmobile Trail Closed on Superior Ranger District
Deer Creek Road #236 and Deer Creek Loop Snowmobile Trail (SNO-70.1) on the Superior Ranger District are closed due to flood and wind damage to the road, bridge crossing, and trail.
Ward Creek Road Closure- Superior Ranger District
Due to the recent weather event a portion of the Ward Creek Road is closed. For your health and safety please avoid travel in this area.
About
The Hogback Homestead offers a unique opportunity to experience the lifestyle of early 1900s Montana in a historic two-story log cabin originally built in 1917 as a permanent home. The cabin was restored in the early 1990s by the Missoula Ranger District and dedicated volunteers, preserving its original historic character. It sleeps up to eight guests across three bedrooms: one on the first floor with the kitchen and living/dining area, and two upstairs including one with bunk beds. The cabin is heated by a wood stove and equipped with a propane cook stove and solar-powered electric lighting. An accessible vault toilet is provided behind the cabin. Water is available at a hand pump, though potable water is not guaranteed, so guests should bring their own drinking water. Bedding, pillows, towels, food, matches, flashlights, toilet paper, and garbage bags are not provided. The surrounding area offers excellent recreation including hiking on the Hogback Ridge trail network accessible from the entrance, fishing in nearby Rock Creek (a Blue Ribbon trout stream), hunting in season, and wildlife viewing. The Sapphire Mountains are home to bighorn sheep, mountain goats, elk, moose, deer, and black bears. Bear food storage requirements are in effect March 1 through December 31.
Directions
From Missoula, take I-90 east about 20 miles to exit 126, then drive south on Rock Creek Road for 29 miles. The road is hardened surface for 12 miles, then gravel single-lane with blind turns and steep grades; not suitable for RVs or trailers. Alternative route: From I-90 exit 153 at Drummond, follow Scenic Highway 1 south toward Philipsburg, turn west on State Road 348 one mile north of Philipsburg, travel 13 miles west, cross Rock Creek, then turn north on Rock Creek Road and continue 10-12 miles to the homestead.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| r1_lolo_www@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (406) 329-3814 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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