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Horse Prairie Cabin near Dillon, Montana offers basic accommodations for backcountry equestrian camping. Located 45 miles south of Dillon in the Beaverhead National Forest, this primitive cabin is accessible via a drive-in route that can accommodate horse trailers. While the cabin itself does not feature dedicated horse corrals, the surrounding area provides ample space for portable corrals or highline setups. Sites remain separate enough that campers wouldn't be tripping over others even when the area is at capacity.
The cabin is situated near multiple trail systems providing access to remote riding opportunities in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Proximity to Mill Creek Trailhead offers connections to alpine lakes and wilderness riding routes. Horse owners should note that water access is limited, requiring campers to bring sufficient water for their animals or locate natural sources. The area experiences seasonal closures with limited accessibility during winter months. Countryside RV Park in Dillon offers an alternative for equestrians seeking full hookups and more developed facilities when traveling through the region, with spacious sites that can accommodate larger rigs and trailers in a location surrounded by mountain views.
"This is a great place in Montana. Easy access. Right outside Dillon MT. We stayed here one night and then the the Lewis and Clark Limestone Cavern tour. It is about an hour."
"Easy on/off, full hookups, beautiful location located just off I-15. Amenities in town just opposite the exit for the rv park. Beautiful location with mountains all around."
from $42 - $47 / night
Check Availability"We made it up to the lower lake and thought we got there, but we actually didn't reach the real lake."
"The highlight of the area is the 2 mile hike to get to the lake above. Definitely worth it!"
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GuideThis is a great place in Montana. Easy access. Right outside Dillon MT. We stayed here one night and then the the Lewis and Clark Limestone Cavern tour. It is about an hour. Camp ground is super clean and all the sites are very easy to access. Very nice hosts.
LegendEasy on/off, full hookups, beautiful location located just off I-15. Amenities in town just opposite the exit for the rv park. Beautiful location with mountains all around. Great place to stopover driving thru. Potentially Windy.
TravelerA very spacious park well kept and great views of the surrounding countryside. Clean bathrooms.
ScoutWe stayed in site 4 and we only saw one family but they were a few sites away. Part of that had to do with the rainy weather that week was. We were right by the river and it was kinda loud because of spring run off, but we got used to it and it was good! The Millcreek trailhead was super close and it was absolutely stunning! We made it up to the lower lake and thought we got there, but we actually didn't reach the real lake. Come to find out it was like another 1000 ft up the trail. 😅 Definitely one of my favorite camping trips!
ScoutThe sites are good sized and easy to pull through. Gravel road in good condition. No trees and in a wide open location. Water was available but not yet turned on so we could not hook up. Electric was fine. It did have sewer but we did not use it. Bathrooms were very small with curtain stalls that hit your knees. Sorry, I don’t remember seeing showers. This location is beautiful but can be very windy. We were there on a very windy night. Grounds seemed in good condition.
Guide$5 a night. No service. 1 vault bathroom. About 6 camp spots. Not super packed. No water. A great place to camp with lots of trees. Picnic tables and fire pits. No many bugs.
The highlight of the area is the 2 mile hike to get to the lake above. Definitely worth it!
TravelerNot sure that should count as a toilet. I feel more comfortable in the bushes. But other than that loved it.
ScoutFriendly and clean. I would have no issue staying here again if I was back in the area.
GuideNice secluded camp with trees to block most of the wind, the sites are separate enough that you wouldn't be tripping over other campers even if the site was full.
Beaverhead National Forest East Creek Campground accommodates equestrians in the Lima, Montana area with seasonal operations from May to October. The forest service campground permits pets and offers reservable sites accessible by various means including drive-in access. Located approximately 40 miles south of Dillon, this rustic camping area provides drinking water but lacks electrical hookups, shower facilities, and toilets. Many visitors bring their own portable corrals for containing horses overnight as permanent corrals are not available on site. Reviews note that most campers feel more comfortable using natural areas rather than the limited facilities provided.
Horse Prairie Cabin represents another option for equestrians near Lima, providing a cabin accommodation within the Beaverhead National Forest. The drive-in access cabin is reservable through the forest service and situated about 45 miles from Lima in the Horse Prairie area. The cabin lacks amenities such as drinking water, electricity, and toilet facilities, requiring visitors to be self-sufficient. While pets are not permitted at this location, the cabin serves as a base camp for riders accessing nearby forest service trails. The surrounding terrain offers varied riding opportunities across high mountain meadows and forested slopes with ample space for portable horse containment systems that visitors must bring themselves.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Lima, MT is Beaverhead National Forest East Creek Campground with a 4-star rating from 1 review.
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