Swan Lake Guard Station
USFS · Lookout/Cabin · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Lookout/Cabin
- Coordinates
- 47.9085, -113.8353
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
The Swan Guard Station is the oldest building on the Flathead National Forest. Constructed in 1909 as a remote ranger station, the cabin is located at the south end of Swan Lake near the Village of Swan Lake. Fully restored and reconstructed the cabin comfortably sleeps ten people. The cabin is road accessible, has electricity but no interior plumbing. A toilet and hand pump for water is located just outside the cabin. A propane heater in the living room provides heat for the cabin. There is one bedroom downstairs with a single bed and two upstairs with two double beds and four single beds. Max occupancy is 8 people.
From the USFS.
Is Swan Lake Guard Station free?
No. Swan Lake Guard Station charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Swan Lake Guard Station?
Turn west off of HWY 83 south of the town of Swan Lake. The cabin is right off the highway with a private driveway.
What are the rules at Swan Lake Guard Station?
Go to recreation.gov to reserve cabin
Nearby
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.
