Established Camping
Whitetail Cabin
Whitetail Cabin is located in the Custer Gallatin National Forest, featuring forested terrain with rolling hills. The area experiences temperature highs around 85°F in summer and lows near 10°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Tongue River Reservoir and the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Custer Gallatin National Forest
Overview
Whitetail Cabin sits at an altitude of 4,048 feet in the north end of the Custer National Forest approximately 20 miles from Ashland, Montana. The cabin was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Formerly a ranger station, it is now a registered historic site. The cabin is available year-round and is accessible by car, but guests should be prepared to hike about 100 yards to the cabin in winter, depending on road conditions. Some creature comforts are provided, but guests will need to bring several of their own amenities.
Recreation
Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular options in the area. Horse facilities are provided at the cabin. In winter, the landscape is ideal for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The cabin is popular with hunters during elk, deer and turkey hunting seasons.
Natural Features
The cabin sits in an open area backed by a stand of ponderosa pine. It is located in the Ashland Ranger District, which features a landscape of ponderosa pines and steep rocky outcroppings. Custer National Forest supports populations of bear, mule and whitetail deer, antelope, elk, cougar and bobcat ( bear precautions ). A variety of birds also inhabit the area.
Location
Whitetail Cabin is located in Montana
Directions
From Ashland, Montana, take Highway 212 east for approximately 5 miles to East Fork Otter Creek Road. Turn northeast onto East Fork Otter Creek Road and travel 12 miles to Whitetail Cabin.
Address
PO BOX 168 2378 HWY 212
Ashland, MT 59003
Coordinates
45.6402778 N
105.9761111 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 26 min from Billings
- 3 hrs 10 min from Rapid City
- 3 hrs 55 min from Casper
- 4 hrs 15 min from Bozeman
