Within Lolo National Forest, this US Forest Service cabin rental sits in forested terrain near a lake, accessible by rough road conditions that require careful driving. The facility provides electric and water hookups despite being listed as accommodating RVs up to 0 feet, suggesting it functions primarily as a cabin rather than traditional RV camping. At $75 per night, pets are welcome and campfires are permitted on the property.
The location places campers exploring campgrounds around Lolo National Forest in a more remote setting with basic utilities. Monture Trailhead sits just 0.4 miles southeast for those seeking additional camping options. Advance reservations are available and recommended given the specialized nature of this accommodation.
Description
Overview
Monture Guard Station sits in the Lolo National Forest in western Montana, offering a variety of excellent winter recreation for visitors.
Recreation
Monture Guard Station offers modern amenities and furnishings just like home, but it also provides access to a variety of outdoor winter recreation opportunities that can only be enjoyed in a National Forest. A system of groomed trails surrounds the cabin and the nearby Seeley Lake, leaving lots of land for exploration. The area also offers plentiful opportunities for cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling.
Facilities
The two-story cabin is fully furnished and can accommodate up to eight people. Beds with mattresses are available on the second floor, while the first floor contains the kitchen, dining room and living room areas. A vault toilet outhouse is located approximately 75 yards northeast of the cabin. The kitchen is equipped with a propane stove and oven, a small microwave, refrigerator and a variety of cooking and eating dishes and utensils, as well as pots and pans. There is a large table and ten chairs, as well as couches and other seating. The living space has electricity, rugs and wood floors throughout. Heat is provided by a propane heater. Propane fuel is provided. Guests should bring their own bedding, towels, food, water, garbage bags, toilet paper and other necessities. Cleaning supplies and equipment are provided and guests will need to clean the cabin prior to leaving. There are no trash services, please pack out all garbage at departure. The cabin is only available in the winter and guests will need to hike, snowmobile or ski about a mile to the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Natural Features
The cabin is located about 8 miles north of the town of Ovando at an elevation of 4,200 feet. The surrounding forest contains a wide variety of trees, plants and wildlife. The area is home to mountain goats, bighorn sheep, elk, moose, deer and grizzly and black bears. Both the bald and golden eagle reside in the forest, along with trumpeter swan, herons and dozens of varieties of ducks.
Nearby Attractions
The nearest gas and groceries is available about 10 miles from the cabin.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundMonture Guard Station Cabin is located in Montana
Directions
From Clearwater Junction (Highway 83 and Highway 200), travel East on Highway 200 for about 13 miles. Turn North (left) onto Forest Service Road 89/Monture Road (Across the highway from the turnoff to Ovando). Continue for 8 miles. Park in the plowed parking area on the West (left) side of the road. To get to Monture Cabin from the parking area, cross the bridge across Monture Creek and stay right for approximately one mile. The winter entrance to the cabin is on the rear (east side) of the cabin. Maps are available online or for purchase by calling the Seeley Lake Ranger District.
Coordinates
47.1277778 N
113.1516667 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 12 min from Missoula, MT
- 1 hr 38 min from Helena, MT
- 2 hrs 9 min from Great Falls, MT
- 3 hrs 2 min from Bozeman, MT
