Indian Flats Cabin
Open for reservations. Vehicle access is weather-dependent in spring; road conditions typically improve by mid-May. Summer and fall accessible by passenger car; winter access requires snowmobiling or skiing approximately 8 miles. Contact Helena Ranger District before arrival regarding road conditions or fire closures.
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
Indian Flats Cabin offers a remote lodging experience in the shadow of Hogback Mountain within the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. Originally built in 1944 as the Conway Station on Rock Creek, the cabin served as a way-station for rangers before being relocated to its current site below Indian Flats in 1969. The structure was remodeled in 1992-1993 for the Forest Service rental program. The cabin features two sets of bunk beds with mattresses accommodating up to 4 people, a woodstove for heat, and a propane cook stove for cooking. Basic amenities include a table with four chairs, cabinets, dishes, cookware, gas lanterns, and cleaning supplies. A vault toilet is located outside. No potable water or electricity is available, so guests must bring their own drinking water, sleeping bags, propane cylinders, and flashlights. Nearby recreation includes hiking through Refrigerator Canyon, a narrow limestone gorge with temperatures 20 degrees cooler than surrounding areas. The active Hogback Mountain fire lookout at 7,813 feet elevation offers panoramic views and is accessible by vehicle from mid-June through September. The Gates of the Mountains Wilderness and Missouri River are a short drive away.
Directions
From Helena, take Highway 280 east. Several miles after crossing the Missouri River, reach the community of York. Turn left at the York Bar and proceed 5 miles to Nelson, then turn right. Stay on the main road up Beaver Creek, through switchbacks up Burnt Gulch, past Pikes Gulch Campground to the junction of Hogback Lookout and Indian Flats Roads. Take the left fork for about 0.5 miles; the cabin is on the right.
Location
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 | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 449-5201 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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