Bear Creek Cabin
USFS · Lookout/Cabin · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Lookout/Cabin
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 45.1564, -111.5561
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
The cabin is located at the edge of the beautiful Lee Metcalf Wilderness, at the foot of the Madison Range. The cabin is used as an administrative site in the summer and fall but is available for rental 12/1-4/30 annually. Bear Creek runs near the cabin and bunkhouse.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Bear Creek Cabin free?
No. Bear Creek Cabin charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Bear Creek Cabin?
From Ennis take Highway 287 south 11 miles to Cameron, MT. From Cameron turn east on Bear Creek Loop approximately8 miles following signs to site. Call Madison Ranger District at 406-682-4253 for detailed directions.
What are the rules at Bear Creek Cabin?
Camping is not allowed at this site. Stock is not permitted within the fence around the cabins and must be properly contained. Forestwide stay limit: Camping in an area, campsite, or developed campground is limited to 16 accumulated days within any 30 day
Nearby
- Bear Creek Bunkhouse0.1 mi
- Yellow Mule7.1 mi
- Eldridge Rental Cabin13.3 mi
- Beaver Creek Cabin19.3 mi
- Vigilante Rental Cabin22.1 mi
- Spanish Creek22.2 mi
- Windy Pass23.4 mi
- Garnet Mountain25.3 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
