High Rye Cabin
USFS · Lookout/Cabin · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Lookout/Cabin
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Newland Ranch Dump Station · 70.1 mi
- Coordinates
- 45.9978, -112.8290
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
High Rye Cabin is located in historic German Gulch, approximately 20 miles west of Butte, off Interstate 90, and south of Fairmont Hot Springs. The cabin was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps around 1919. It was used as an administrative site until the 1940s when it was opened to the public. It is situated in a meadow and forested setting in the northern Fleecer Mountains. It is a popular spot for summer activities and hunting during the fall big game hunting season. The cabin has one bedroom that will sleep four. There is an outhouse water is available from an adjacent creek. Horse facilities are available at the cabin. Firewood is not always available at the cabin but can be found nearby.
From the USFS.Official page
Is High Rye Cabin free?
No. High Rye Cabin charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to High Rye Cabin?
The cabin is located approximately 20 miles southwest of Butte. From Butte, take Interstate 90 west and take the Gregson exit. Drive approximately two miles and turn left onto Forest Road #83 (German Gulch Road). Follow FS road #83 for approximately 5 miles; the cabin is located on the right.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
