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Camping · Montana

West Fork Station

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 · 60.4 mi
Coordinates
46.2292, -113.5708
Last verified
September 18, 2026
46.2292° N · 113.5708° W
Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

The West Fork of Rock Creek Cabin is located on the western edge of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest and is open for reservations year-round. It is a large cabin that provides a great experience in the mountains of southwestern Montana. The cabin offers access to numerous trails and wildlife viewing, as well as a comfortable place to picnic and spend the nights. The West Fork of Rock Creek is located just behind the cabin and is great spot to go fishing or take a quick dip to cool off in the warm summer months. There are three cabins at the site, which was once used as a Forest Service Guard Station and later as a youth camp. Only the large cabin has been restored and is available to the public. The smaller cabins are damaged and are not currently available to rent. The site can typically be accessed by vehicle, depending on conditions. Excessive snowfall may require renters to walk about 200 yards from the plowed highway to the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring all of their own amenities. This is a historic structure and is brought to you as a rental by the US Forest Service Historical Preservation Committee, the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest and the Pintler Ranger District. Please help us keep it nice for future generations and respect the historic nature of this cabin.

From the USFS.Official page

Is West Fork Station free?

No. West Fork Station charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.

How do I get to West Fork Station?

From Philipsburg, drive 6 miles to the junction of Montana Highway 38, the Skalkaho Highway. Drive west on the highway 14 miles. The road to the cabin is on the left. During the winter renters may have to hike 200 yards to cabin from parking area.

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.

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