Gordon Reese Cabin Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Gordon Reese Cabin, located in Montana’s Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, offers a backcountry cabin experience—not a campground—with no established campsites or dispersed camping nearby.


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Summary

Reservations are required via Recreation.gov, with a nightly fee. The cabin includes a wood stove, table, bunks (bring bedding), pit toilet, and no running water (bring your own). No electricity or hookups. Surrounded by conifer forest at 7,500 feet, it offers a peaceful, rustic escape with access to hiking, snowmobiling, and skiing on nearby trails like the Continental Divide Trail. Best visited late spring through early fall for hiking or winter for snow activities. Firewood may be provided; check listing for seasonal details.

       

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Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

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