Established Camping
Swan Guard Station
Swan Guard Station is located in Flathead National Forest, surrounded by forested terrain and nearby mountains. The area experiences temperature highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 10°F in winter. Visitors can explore Swan Lake and the Jewel Basin Hiking Area, both offering outdoor activities and natural beauty.
Description
Overview
Swan Guard Station is located next to beautiful Swan Lake, in northwestern Montana, where visitors enjoy all kinds of recreation. The fully restored historic cabin can accommodate up to eight people and offers somewhat modern amenities and plenty of space. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Recreation
In addition to wildlife viewing, hiking and mountain biking trail access is nearby at Bond Creek Trailhead. Cross country skiing and snowshoeing are popular activities enjoyed by visitors during the winter. The cabin is located just south of the town of Swan Lake, which offers opportunities for fishing, motor boating, non-motor boating, swimming and picnicking.
Facilities
The accessible cabin has beds and mattresses to accommodate up to eight people. It offers electricity, but no indoor plumbing. A propane heater provides heat in the living room.A kitchen provides a refrigerator, sink, cooking range, and oven. It has ample cupboard space, as well as preparation and serving surfaces. A vault toilet and a hand-pump water system are available outside the cabin. Guests will need to bring bedding, food, flashlights, a first aid kit and other necessary camping gear. The cabin will need to be cleaned and all trash carried out before leaving. Click here for more cabin details.
Natural Features
The cabin is the oldest building in the Flathead National Forest. It was constructed in 1909 as a remote ranger station and has since been fully restored and reconstructed. It is located at the south end of Swan Lake, near the village of Swan Lake. The nearby Swan River Wildlife Refuge provides abundant bird and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (406) 837-7500.
Fee Info
Swan Guard Station is available for $70 a night for a maximum stay of seven consecutive nights. Within the maximum window (a rolling 6 month window), the maximum consecutive stay rule is 7 days and there is a Stay Beyond Maximum Window where customers can book past the 6 month rolling window if there is availability on the last day(s) of the maximum window.
Location
Swan Guard Station is located in Montana
Directions
From Bigfork take Hwy 83 south towards Swan Lake. Continue through the town of Swan Lake to mile-marker 69, just south of town. The cabin driveway is just south of the cabin rental sign. Continue down the driveway to the cabin with the porch.
Coordinates
47.9094444 N
113.8352778 W
Detours Nearby
Spotted Bear
3 hrs 53 min away
Beaver Creek
4 hrs 26 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 42 min from Missoula
- 2 hrs 28 min from Helena
- 2 hrs 59 min from Great Falls
- 3 hrs 36 min from Coeur d'Alene
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Site Types
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
