Little Bear Cabin
Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov. Vehicle access is available June 16 through December 31. From January 1 through June 15, the road is gated and access requires snowmobiling or skiing approximately 10 miles from Highway 191. A food storage order is in effect.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:11PM MDT until July 23 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest Montana, including the following areas, Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains, Northwest Beaverhead County and Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving thunderstorms capable of producing heavy rain are expected Wednesday afternoon and evening. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Little Bear Cabin was built in 1938 and retains much of its original character. Situated on a small ridge in the Custer Gallatin National Forest, the cabin offers panoramic views of Gallatin Valley and the Bridger Range. The surrounding mixed conifer forest is home to grizzly and black bears, wolves, mountain lions, elk, moose, and bighorn sheep. The cabin accommodates up to four guests with a bunk bed downstairs and two beds in the loft, all with mattresses provided. A wood cook stove serves as the primary heat source, though it may be insufficient during extreme cold. Basic furnishings include a table with chairs, broom, dustpan, and snow shovel. There is no electricity or running water. An outhouse with a vault toilet is located outside, and a campfire ring is available for outdoor fires. Guests must bring drinking water, bedding, fire-starting materials, flashlights or lanterns, toilet paper, dish soap, trash bags, and cleaning supplies. All trash must be packed out. A food storage order is in effect due to grizzly bear activity in the area. The surrounding trail network supports hiking, mountain biking, OHV riding, hunting, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.
Directions
From Bozeman, drive west to Four Corners, then south on US Highway 191 for 14 miles to Little Bear Road (Forest Service Road 980) on the left. In summer (June 16 - December 31), drive 5.2 miles on Little Bear Road, turn right onto Wilson Creek Divide Road (FS 3138) for 6 miles to the cabin gate on the right. In winter, park before the gate 3-5 miles from Highway 191 and travel the remaining distance by snowmobile or skis.
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 | $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 522-2520 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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