Best Cabin Camping near Fishtail, MT

Rustic cabin rentals near Fishtail, Montana range from Forest Service cabins to private campground accommodations. Meyers Creek Cabin offers electricity, running water, and sleeping space for up to six people, with corrals available for equestrians. West Bridger Cabin provides basic amenities with a 40-acre pasture for horses and a small corral for animals that need separation. Fourmile Cabin includes a refrigerator and electrical power. Perry's RV and Campgrounds features small cabins near a river. "The cabin was great. Beds were comfortable, had all dishware needed plus cleaning supplies," noted one visitor about Meyers Creek Cabin.

Reservations are essential for Forest Service cabins like Deer Creek, West Bridger, and Meyers Creek, which book quickly, especially during summer months. Most cabins are rustic with basic amenities, though KOA locations in Red Lodge and Big Timber offer more modern facilities. Pet policies vary significantly—Forest Service cabins typically prohibit pets while private campgrounds like Perry's RV and Spring Creek Campground & Trout Ranch welcome them. A visitor to West Bridger Cabin mentioned, "The cabin has an electric stove, small fridge and freezer, and a couple small lamps and even a toaster and coffee maker," though they noted it was "quite drafty" during cold weather.

Most cabins provide basic furniture and some kitchen equipment, but guests should bring their own bedding, towels, and food supplies. Forest Service cabins like Deer Creek have vault toilets but no showers, while campground cabins typically offer access to shower facilities and flush toilets. Some cabins have fire rings with firewood provided. The Big Timber IGA grocery store is approximately 30 minutes from Spring Creek Campground. Visitors to backcountry cabins should prepare for limited amenities and pack accordingly. "The road getting in here was mostly paved with about 3-4 miles of a well kept dirt road," reported one camper about access to a Forest Service cabin.

Best Cabin Sites Near Fishtail, Montana (11)

    1. Red Lodge KOA

    11 Reviews
    Red Lodge, MT
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 446-2364

    "Bright, friendly, family-style situation 10 minutes north of Red Lodge. Responsive and friendly hosts make navigating the COVID pandemic easier."

    "What a great clean campground near the Beartooth Hwy, Chief Joseph hwy and beautiful Red Lodge. Within hour of Billings or Cody. About an hour and half to northern Yellowstone also."

    2. Big Timber-Greycliff KOA

    18 Reviews
    Greycliff, MT
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 932-6569

    "We had electric and water at our site, and we were just a short walk to an inflatable trampoline, a heated pool, the camp store, showers, restrooms, and laundry facilities."

    "Usually we stay at KOAs for stopover convenience, but being tired of driving we decided to stick around for an extra night. For a KOA, this was a really decent spot."

    3. Perry's RV and Campgrounds

    8 Reviews
    Red Lodge, MT
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 446-2722

    $40 / night

    "Nice RV Park with lots of trees and a pretty river running next to the park. Tent camping is ok and there are some small cabins."

    "Perry's has great tent, cabin, and RV spots. The bathroom and shower facility is perfect and everything on the site is always well maintained. Have never had a bad experience here, always pleasant."

    4. Spring Creek Campground & Trout Ranch

    21 Reviews
    Big Timber, MT
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 932-4387

    "If you get a spot next to the river they the sound of the water is phenomenal! They also stock the ponds with trout so that for dinner you can eat fish. They also clean the fish for you."

    "Nice Quiet area. Highly recommend the Natural Bridge Falls down the road. It’s beautiful."

    5. West Bridger Cabin

    2 Reviews
    Greycliff, MT
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 222-1892

    $75 / night

    "If you go a few miles up the road you can go to the trailhead that allows you to go on up to Deer Creek cabin."

    6. Meyers Creek Cabin

    2 Reviews
    Nye, MT
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 446-2103

    $90 / night

    "This is one of the best camping cabins for equestrians that I found so far in Montana. Getting from the main road into the cabin can be a bit tricky for vehicles over 30 feet."

    "The cabin was great. Beds were comfortable, had all dishware needed plus cleaning supplies. If you have horses bring long hose. The hydrant is located about 115 away, no water tanks."

    7. Deer Creek Cabin (MT)

    2 Reviews
    Mcleod, MT
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 222-1892

    $45 / night

    "The Deer Creek Cabin is a FS rental cabin located inside the 2006 Derby Fire burn area. Most people who use it ATV or use horses in."

    "We try to go to this cabin every year. We start at the West bridger cabin or the trail head."

    8. Gallatin National Forest Snowbank Group Campground

    6 Reviews
    Silver Gate, MT
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 646-1012

    $26 - $60 / night

    "Drive towards Yellowstone and the head east. The road is nice and meanders through ranches and homes, even after turning to dirt. We saw deer as well as an eagle taking flight next to us."

    "Spacious and private sites better for small RVs, trailers, and all tents.  Clean vault toilets, bear-proof storage boxes, and plenty of community water spigots. "

    9. Fourmile Cabin

    1 Review
    Pray, MT
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 222-1892

    $75 / night

    "Great location off main road. Has refrigerator that works and power. Main trail off the cabin and has an outhouse."

    10. West Boulder Cabin

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    Mcleod, MT
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 222-1892

    $75 / night

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  • Kathi F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 20, 2021

    Meyers Creek Cabin

    Best horse camp cabin

    This is one of the best camping cabins for equestrians that I found so far in Montana. Getting from the main road into the cabin can be a bit tricky for vehicles over 30 feet. This cabin has plenty of room to sleep 6. There are Corrals for horses and pasture. And the trails into the forest service are endless in a couple different directions. There is also a vault toilet for day travelers. The cabin has electricity and running water a fire ring and it's also close to a creek. The only down holes are mosquitoes and you cannot overnight camp only rent the cabin so if you're planning a trip you need to plan and Reserve this cabin in advance as it goes really fast every year.

  • Charley K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2020

    Perry's RV and Campgrounds

    Camping near the river

    Nice RV Park with lots of trees and a pretty river running next to the park. Tent camping is ok and there are some small cabins.

  • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 13, 2019

    Gallatin National Forest Snowbank Group Campground

    Creekside camping in active bear country

    Drive towards Yellowstone and the head east. The road is nice and meanders through ranches and homes, even after turning to dirt. We saw deer as well as an eagle taking flight next to us. Way at the end of the road is Snowbank. The road through camp is narrow and two-way so exercise caution. We were lucky to find a site unreserved for one night. 

    Sites have different feels to them. Ours stretches- car then teardrop then picnic table then fire pit and finally extra space for tents. We’re right by the creek and it’s loud enough so we don’t hear that generator down the way. Water is available and there are a number of vault toilets throughout. We got set up just before the thunderstorms. It rained hard and then the hail started. 

    A trailhead is just outside the entrance. Tall grass was everywhere and we never saw anyone parked there. We’re assuming that it doesn’t get used as much. 

    This is active bear territory and there are ample warnings. This is a beautiful, remote campground that we are enjoying.

  • K
    Jun. 10, 2021

    Perry's RV and Campgrounds

    Great bathroom facility

    Perry's has great tent, cabin, and RV spots. The bathroom and shower facility is perfect and everything on the site is always well maintained. Have never had a bad experience here, always pleasant.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 6, 2025

    Big Timber-Greycliff KOA

    Small KOA

    Typical KOA with those amenities. Sites are close together as usual at a KOA. Pads are gravel and super narrow. Lots of kids having a blast at the pool, riding their bikes and playing in the creek that borders the campground. Dog park is adequate though small. Staff is nice and responsive. We did not have a picnic table at our site and they quickly brought one when I asked. They said people were stealing them as well as the fire rings. A bit odd that someone would steal a wooden and metal frame picnic table? We gave our fire ring to the family next to us as we weren’t going to use it and the office told them they didn’t have any extra.

    Giving 3 stars due to the proximity of the highway (you can definitely hear the traffic) and train tracks (no train overnight though) as well as the odd picnic table issue and the narrowness of the pads. But if you have children they will most likely love this place.

  • TMB
    Oct. 13, 2020

    Gallatin National Forest Snowbank Group Campground

    Dry Camping in a Wilderness Setting

    Snowbank is an excellent off-the-grid semi-developed and hosted FS campground.  Spacious and private sites better for small RVs, trailers, and all tents.  Clean vault toilets, bear-proof storage boxes, and plenty of community water spigots.  Decent picnic tables and fire rings at each site.  No hookups to my knowledge.  The campground is on recreation.gov and sites are reservable.  Access to a great trail and FS road from campground, other hiking nearby.  Also, a 20 minute drive to Chico Hot Springs Resort and Day Spa (food, bar, soaking).  Expect to see wildlife, and this is grizzly country so proper food storage and best practices are required by law.  No cell service.  Excellent spot before or after visiting Yellowstone.

  • Sarah N.
    Jul. 5, 2020

    Deer Creek Cabin (MT)

    Old cabin in burn area

    The Deer Creek Cabin is a FS rental cabin located inside the 2006 Derby Fire burn area. Most people who use it ATV or use horses in. We hiked in from Jim’s Gulch TH, follow the FS directions exactly, do not use google maps. Any car can make it in the road is maintained. This a very difficult 4mi hike on a trail with significant tree fall, not marked, at times difficult to find a trail at all and not traveled much. There are several hoodoos on the trail which you would not have seen if it was forested. Also a family of very large owls. This is bear country, act accordingly. We didn’t see another soul and that is rare... and great. Once you hit the creek, there are 5 crossings, about knee deep July 3. Cabin was clean and kept. Fire ring with wood, chop some for the next visitor. Mouse droppings in corners but no alive visitors at night. Don’t sweep unless you have a mask for hauntavirus warnings. A family owned this until ‘93, a well stocked hunting cabin. Filtering water required due to livestock who graze, creek is very close. Beautiful full moon rising.

  • K
    Mar. 23, 2024

    West Bridger Cabin

    Early Season Start

    Stayed one night late March. The road in wasn’t terrible, a little rutted past the gate up to the cabin, but easy enough to manage. It was quite cold when we arrived, and we started a fire pretty quickly. The cabin has an electric stove, small fridge and freezer, and a couple small lamps and even a toaster and coffee maker. The cabin is quite drafty and we struggled to keep it warm. We pinned a sheet up in the doorway to keep the heat contained in the sleeping area, and that helped considerably.

  • Kristin K.
    Aug. 1, 2021

    Meyers Creek Cabin

    Mountain views

    The cabin was great. Beds were comfortable, had all dishware needed plus cleaning supplies. If you have horses bring long hose. The hydrant is located about 115 away, no water tanks. It is located at the start of a trail. You will have a small amount of traffic


Guide to Fishtail

Cabin camping near Fishtail, Montana offers opportunities for outdoor recreation within the foothills of the Beartooth Mountains. Located approximately 60 miles southwest of Billings, the area sits at elevations ranging from 4,500 to 6,000 feet, creating diverse terrain for hiking and wildlife viewing. Summer temperatures typically range from 50-85°F, with cooler nights even during peak season.

What to do

Fishing access points: Visitors staying at Spring Creek Campground & Trout Ranch can fish directly on-site. "Beautiful grounds with clean restrooms and showers along the river," notes one camper. The campground stocks ponds with trout and even cleans fish for guests.

Mountain exploration: Drive the Beartooth Highway from Red Lodge KOA. "This campground is beautiful! Mountains all around! Great place to stay to take in the beartooth Highway, most beautiful drive in the country I've seen!" writes one reviewer. The scenic byway reaches elevations over 10,000 feet with alpine lakes and viewpoints.

Wildlife viewing: Head to Prairie Dog Town State Park near Big Timber. "Be sure to stop by at Prairie Dog Town State Park (walkable distance from campground). It's simple but a cute place to watch prairie dogs and check out the local flora," mentions a visitor to the area.

What campers like

Riverside relaxation: Many cabins and campsites near Fishtail offer water proximity. At Perry's RV and Campgrounds, "The tent sites didn't have electricity but that was fine for us. The price was good & the owner was nice. We just spent a night here heading to Yellowstone." Another camper noted, "The tent sites give you a primitive feel and are right on the heavy flowing Rock Creek making sleeping nice."

Trail access: Snowbank Group Campground provides direct access to hiking trails. "A trailhead is just outside the entrance. Tall grass was everywhere and we never saw anyone parked there. We're assuming that it doesn't get used as much," reports one visitor. Others mention access to Forest Service roads and additional hiking opportunities nearby.

Clean facilities: Multiple reviews highlight the well-maintained facilities at campgrounds in the area. "The showers were nice as well as most everything else about the grounds," notes a reviewer. Another camper appreciated that "Perry's has great tent, cabin, and RV spots. The bathroom and shower facility is perfect and everything on the site is always well maintained."

What you should know

Road conditions: Access to some backcountry cabins requires navigating unpaved roads. A visitor to Fourmile Cabin mentioned it was a "Great location off main road. Has refrigerator that works and power." Know your vehicle capabilities before attempting remote cabin access.

Bear safety: This is active bear territory. "This is grizzly country so proper food storage and best practices are required by law," warns a camper at Snowbank Campground. Bear-proof storage boxes are provided at some sites, but bring appropriate containers if staying elsewhere.

Booking timeline: Reserve cabins early, especially for summer visits. The most popular Forest Service cabins fill months in advance. KOA locations offer more availability but still recommend reservations during peak season (June-August).

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly activities: Big Timber-Greycliff KOA offers family-oriented amenities. "Lots of kids having a blast at the pool, riding their bikes and playing in the creek that borders the campground," reports a camper. Another mentions "a huge bouncy 'platform'" that children enjoy.

Mosquito preparation: Bring appropriate insect repellent, especially for creek-side cabins. "The mosquitoes in the area can carry you away so prepare your campsite for that," warns a camper at Perry's RV and Campgrounds.

Fruit picking opportunities: Some campgrounds offer edible landscape features. "There are raspberries bushes around the pool that you can pick. We made raspberry jam on the fire. Chokecherry trees surround the camp grounds that can also be picked," shares a visitor to Big Timber-Greycliff KOA.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: At West Bridger Cabin, equestrians should note the horse facilities. "There is a 40 acre pasture fenced to turn horses in with a creek running through it. There is also a nice little Corral if you have any horse that doesn't get along with other animals or one that you can't catch very easily," advises one equestrian camper.

Power considerations: Most Forest Service cabins have limited electricity. "The cabin has an electric stove, small fridge and freezer, and a couple small lamps and even a toaster and coffee maker," reports a West Bridger visitor, though they noted it was "quite drafty" during colder weather.

Length restrictions: Larger RVs may struggle at certain sites. "It's a bit of a tight squeeze to get a big horse trailer in there I would not recommend anything much over 30 feet," mentions a West Bridger visitor. Similar constraints exist at other Forest Service cabin sites, where access roads may limit larger rigs.

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