Best Cabin Camping near Red Lodge, MT
Several rustic cabins and furnished cabin rentals are available in the Red Lodge area, providing comfortable alternatives to tent camping. Red Lodge KOA offers newly refurbished cabins with electricity and heating options, while Perry's RV and Campgrounds features small cabins situated near Rock Creek. Meyers Creek Cabin accommodates up to six people with electricity, running water, and a fire ring. The cabins at Red Lodge KOA include amenities like beds, small refrigerators, and microwaves, with access to shared bathroom facilities. According to one visitor, "The cabin was great. Beds were comfortable, had all dishware needed plus cleaning supplies."
Cabin types range from basic one-room structures with cots to more deluxe accommodations with kitchenettes and private bathrooms. Most Forest Service cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary significantly between locations - Red Lodge KOA allows pets in some cabins, while Meyers Creek Cabin prohibits them entirely. KOA cabins typically feature queen beds or bunk bed configurations suitable for families. One guest noted, "You do have to call ahead of time to make your reservations because they do not take walk-ins. You also are responsible for cleaning the cabin before you leave."
Most cabin rentals provide basic furniture and some cooking equipment, but guests should bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary widely - from simple fire rings outside to fully equipped kitchens with refrigerators, stoves, and cooking utensils. The Red Lodge area has several grocery stores where visitors can purchase food and supplies before arrival. Cabins at Perry's operate on a cash-only basis, so travelers should prepare accordingly. Forest Service cabins like Deer Creek and West Bridger typically have more rustic amenities and may require guests to filter water from nearby creeks or bring their own drinking water supplies.
