Best Cabin Camping near Sula, MT
Sula, Montana and the surrounding Bitterroot National Forest area feature several cabin rental options for visitors seeking rustic accommodations. The East Fork Cabin provides drinking water and electric hookups while maintaining a remote forest setting. McCart Lookout offers a more primitive experience with a tower-style cabin that "sleeps 2 with a bed platform. Items provided are a coleman latern, a 2 burner propane stove, a wood stove for heat, a bow saw, and an axe," according to a recent visitor. The Sula Country Store and Resort features log cabins with porches, adjacent fire pits, and picnic tables. These cabins provide more comfort amenities including access to showers, toilets, and laundry facilities.
Rustic forest service cabins require visitors to bring most supplies, while resort cabins typically include more amenities. The Twin Lakes Cabin sits near two mountain lakes where motorized boats are prohibited, making it ideal for peaceful retreats. Most forest service cabins like Hogan Cabin, May Creek Cabin, and Medicine Point Lookout have strict reservation requirements through the national forest booking system. Pet policies vary by location. The Woods Cabin accommodates larger groups but receives mixed reviews, with one camper noting it was "very dirty and infested with mice" and "the fireplaces needed to be refilled hourly to keep it somewhat comfortable."
Most forest service cabins require guests to bring bedding, lighting, cooking equipment, and food supplies. Cabins typically feature wood or propane heating but limited kitchen facilities. The Sula Country Store and Resort offers a small general store with basic provisions and a restaurant serving breakfast and lunch. Visitors to remote cabins like McCart Lookout should prepare for primitive conditions with no running water or electricity. Access to many cabins involves travel on unpaved forest roads that can be challenging in adverse weather conditions. Twin Lakes Cabin visitors should note the location is "about a 15 mile commute on a gravel road" according to visitor reports, with recommendations for AWD or 4WD vehicles during certain seasons.
