Racetrack Cabin
Open — Open year-round with reservations available through Recreation.gov. Winter road is not plowed; guests must ski, snowshoe, or snowmobile 6-14 miles from the end of plowed road depending on conditions. Summer access requires high clearance 4x4 vehicle for extremely primitive forest road with ruts, rocks, and washouts.
R1-2024-01 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.
R1-2025-01 Camping stay limits & prohibitions on pallets and refuse use for target shooting
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within all national forests in Montana, and the Dakota Prairie National Grasslands, Idaho Panhandle and Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests.
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.
R1-2023-01 Northern Region Camping Restrictions
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, and South Dakota.
R1-2025-02 Use of Vehicles Off Road
Use of vehicles off road prohibition for the Nez-Perce Clearwater and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests and Dakota Prairie Grasslands.
Use of Vehicles Off Road
Possessing or using a vehicle off National Forest System Roads is prohibited on all National Forest System lands on the Nez-Perce Clearwater and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests and Dakota Prairie Grasslands.
Madison Ranger District 8325A and 8325B Roads Closure
U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest ServiceBeaverhead-Deerlodge National ForestMadison Ranger District
Road/Trail Prohibitions, Off-Road Prohibitions in Recommended Wilderness Areas
This order describes the off-road prohibitions in Recommended Wilderness.
Annual Food Storage Order
Food storage order is in effect annually from March 1 to December 1 on the National Forest System (NFS) lands within the Beaverhead- Deerlodge and Bitterroot National Forests.
Pallet Prohibition Order Butte Ranger District
The following is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands in the Butte Ranger District, Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest: possessing or storing any material containing nails, screws, or other metal hardware, including wood pallets and construction debris, that could be used as fir
Thompson Park Area Closure for Camping and Fires
The purpose of this Order is to provide for public health and safety and resource protection resulting from high levels of undeveloped (dispersed) camping in the area.
Elkhorn Mill and Mine Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is for public safety. The mill site is unstable with heavy metals in the soil and the audit area is flooded with falling rock at the portal entrance.
About
Racetrack Cabin offers a true remote wilderness experience in the Flint Creek Range of western Montana. This rustic one-room log cabin was originally constructed in the 1930s to house miners and was later donated to the Forest Service and refurbished for public recreation. Situated at approximately 6,300 feet elevation next to Racetrack Creek on the east side of the Flint Range near the Continental Divide, the cabin is surrounded by dense forest with steep canyon walls and sweeping ridge-top views. The primitive cabin sleeps up to four people in two sets of bunk beds and is equipped with a table, chairs, basic cooking utensils, dishes, and a wood stove for heating and cooking. Firewood is typically provided but cannot be guaranteed. There is no electricity, water, or sewer; guests must bring their own water and pack out all trash. An outhouse with vault toilet is located adjacent to the cabin. The surrounding area offers exceptional opportunities for exploration and recreation. The Pozega Lakes trailhead is located half a mile beyond the cabin, with the lakes accessible via a 3-mile trail suitable for hiking or advanced OHV use (50-inch or less). Trout fishing is popular in Racetrack Creek and numerous mountain lakes. The area is known for hunting deer, elk, and blue grouse, with occasional sightings of mountain goats and bears (both black and grizzly). Winter visitors enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, though avalanche awareness and proper backcountry equipment are essential.
Directions
From Deer Lodge, travel south on Interstate 90 for about 11 miles to Racetrack exit 195. Turn west and drive about 1 mile, then turn south and continue less than a mile to Forest Service Road 160. Turn west onto FS Road 169 and continue about 16 miles. Racetrack Cabin will be on your left. High clearance 4x4 vehicle required; allow at least 30 minutes for the last 4 miles. In winter, road is not plowed and requires over-snow travel 6-14 miles from end of plowed road.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 859-3211 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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