Savenac Cookhouse
Closed from May 23, 2026 through June 22, 2026 for construction completion and repair of December 2025 winter storm damage. When operational, reservations are available year-round via Recreation.gov with a 5-night maximum stay.
Air Quality Alert issued August 9 at 8:15AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
AQAMT The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for Beaverhead, Deer Lodge, Flathead, Granite, Jefferson, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral, Missoula, Powell, Ravalli, Sanders, Silver Bow counties in effect until 9AM on 08/10/2026 An Air Quality Alert means that particulates have been trending upwards and that an exceedance of the 24 hour National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) has occurred or may occur in the near future. Elevated particulate levels from wildfire smoke As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Columbia Falls are Very Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Dillon, Libby and Thompson Falls are Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Butte, Hamilton, Lewistown and Sleeping Giant are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Cut Bank, Frenchtown, Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Malta and Missoula are Moderate. When air quality is Very Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid any outdoor activity; everyone else should avoid prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid prolonged exertion; everyone else should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Moderate... State and local health officials recommend that unusually sensitive people should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion. For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental Quality at http://todaysair.mtdeq.us
From Recreation.gov
Savenac Historic Tree Nursery will be completely closed from May 23, 2026, to June 22, 2026, to complete the construction started in 2025 and to address damage from winter storms that occurred in December 2025.
From Recreation.gov
Savenac Historic Tree Nursery will be completely closed from May 23, 2026, to June 22, 2026, to complete the construction started in 2025 and to address damage from winter storms that occurred in December 2025.
About
The Savenac Cookhouse is one of four rental cabins at the Historic Savenac Tree Nursery, a former U.S. Forest Service nursery founded in 1907 that operated until 1969. Located 90 miles west of Missoula off Interstate 90 near Haugan, the cookhouse provides group cooking and dining accommodations with a commercial-grade kitchen featuring a range with grill and double ovens, commercial dishwasher, walk-in refrigerator/freezer, two standard refrigerators, microwave, and utensils for 25-30 guests. The facility seats up to 30 for dining and sleeps 9 on twin beds with mattress covers in the basement area. Three bathrooms with two showers provide flush toilet facilities and potable water is available. Smoking is prohibited indoors and pets must remain leashed in the compound but are not allowed inside the building. A food storage order is in effect for bear conflict prevention. The surrounding Savenac compound includes a visitor center operating Memorial Day through Labor Day, interpretive trails, and historic memorials. The Route of the Hiawatha mountain biking trail is 7 miles west, and Lookout Pass ski area is 10 miles away. Savenac Creek runs through the property, and nearby opportunities include fishing on the St. Regis River and winter activities on groomed snowmobile trails.
Directions
From Missoula, travel west on Interstate 90 for 90 miles to Haugan (Exit 16). Turn right at the stop sign. At the frontage road turn right, then take the first left, crossing the cattleguard. The compound is well signed and entrance is visible from the exit.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $115 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 822-4233 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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