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Campsite #1 at Gordon Reese Cabin, MT
$35
Cabin Site #1
| Walk-In | 8 people |
| 0 | good |
7/13
7/15
Campsite #1 Features: Walk-In access, Back-In parking, Cabin Site
Campsite Reviews (25)
2.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 68% |
| 4 star | | 16% |
| 3 star | | 8% |
| 2 star | | 8% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@MilesM6737243 · Camped on Mar 17, 2025 at Campsite #1
Cell phones don't work there. The lot wasn't plowed and we got stuck twice in the parking area even with four wheel drive.
@KarlaWE92DC6CD · Camped on Jan 14, 2025 at Campsite #1
This is a treasure but be prepared to bring some necessities. If the solar battery is not fulling charged, youll be in the dark unless using the fixed propane sconces. Its recommended to bring your own light sources & batteries. The battery operated lanterns at the cabin havent worked for weeks. Bring your own trash bags and perhaps a small bit of dish soap. There was none during our stay
@Christine17272 · Camped on Jan 1, 2025 at Campsite #1
Area is fabulous! Have been going for years. The cabin is in tuff shape . Solar has not worked for 4 years. Tons of snow on roof and no attention to it. People come in thinking there is water- not your fault but find it interesting. ?No journal to write in. No paper. No pen. Stove is difficult to use as parts are missing. Could be dangerous. Does not have the care and charm it used to have . Would always come back as it is our back yard. Lucky to call it home. It needs some TLC.
@DylanW08356543 · Camped on Sep 6, 2024 at Campsite #1
beautiful location, great facility.
@TomK1282453 · Camped on Mar 10, 2024 at Campsite #1
The kitchen needs a new can opener and the Host white board needs a new dry erase pen. Otherwise it was all good.
@Elisabeth33467 · Camped on Mar 3, 2024 at Campsite #1
The best XC ski destination in Western Montana.
@NancyB3949689 · Camped on Jan 16, 2024 at Campsite #1
I have stayed at Gordon Reese numerous times throughout the past several years. It is an amazing place to stay and for the most part well taken care of. Although there are solar lights, they weren't working which is fine if you remember to bring your own light. Lanterns and flashlights were available, but none had working batteries. We did use the propane lanterns, but one had the globe down, and the mantle missing. We appreciate the abundant amount of firewood, and the trash bags, pots, pans, etc...that are provided. Again, a most wonderful stay, but need to stay on top of those things or add into the description - definitely bring your own lights.
@AmandaK6014539 · Camped on Jan 3, 2024 at Campsite #1
Always a wonderful time! We really enjoyed the skiing and time together as a family in the cabin!
@BlaineF6942844 · Camped on Jul 31, 2023 at Campsite #1
This has to be the best cabin we have stayed in.It is built to accommodate X Country Skiers but you can use it in the summer season.You can really unwind and relax here, it is very private. There are a lot of points interest near by.I will probably return here oftenBlaine Fife
@GailB3413055 · Camped on Mar 30, 2023 at Campsite #1
Everything was great!
@SilkeJ1491193 · Camped on Mar 8, 2023 at Campsite #1
grooming happens on Thursday mornings
@MelissaH741580 · Camped on Mar 6, 2023 at Campsite #1
Good overall. However, no fire starter or kindling when we arrived at 1:30pm, so getting fire started was tricky. Temp about 50 degrees inside so not sure someone had stayed the night before. Solar lights were not working and D cell lanterns didn't throw much light in the basement to make kindling. Once fire started, cabin warmed quickly. Would advise to bring your own fire starter.
We used the Propane lights which worked fine. New stove worked okay. Did not need to light burners with a match which was a big improvement from last year. We did get the broiler to work, but not the oven.
Outhouse was pretty smelly, but not too unexpected for early March.
IMHO, because the price has increased from $8 to $83 per night this season, the cleanliness of the cabin overall has gone down, e.g. sweeping, filling snow water, wiping tables, filling wood box, chopping kindling, etc.
WORD Of WARNING- be prepared to dig your car out- make sure you have at least one shovel in your car. Our car was plowed in during the night, even tho we were parked on the "correct" side and there were only 2 cars in the parking lot. It took almost an hour for the 3 of us to dig it out; the worst problem was that the snow had been packed up against the side of the car, and was packed tightly into the wheels. Not a fun ending to our trip. But the weather cooperated, and was beautiful and sunny.
We used the Propane lights which worked fine. New stove worked okay. Did not need to light burners with a match which was a big improvement from last year. We did get the broiler to work, but not the oven.
Outhouse was pretty smelly, but not too unexpected for early March.
IMHO, because the price has increased from $8 to $83 per night this season, the cleanliness of the cabin overall has gone down, e.g. sweeping, filling snow water, wiping tables, filling wood box, chopping kindling, etc.
WORD Of WARNING- be prepared to dig your car out- make sure you have at least one shovel in your car. Our car was plowed in during the night, even tho we were parked on the "correct" side and there were only 2 cars in the parking lot. It took almost an hour for the 3 of us to dig it out; the worst problem was that the snow had been packed up against the side of the car, and was packed tightly into the wheels. Not a fun ending to our trip. But the weather cooperated, and was beautiful and sunny.
@GaryW8456397 · Camped on Feb 26, 2023 at Campsite #1
Excellent, as always.
@LaurieS7977874 · Camped on Feb 6, 2023 at Campsite #1
Never disappointed. Great escape
@SarahM1574964 · Camped on Feb 2, 2023 at Campsite #1
Awesome cabin, disappointed to see that the fee has gone up to $90/night when it used to be free in the winter. Sad to see private corporations like rec.gov taking over the federal land use.
@ArielE7061634 · Camped on Dec 15, 2022 at Campsite #1
Such a fun experience! I recommend taking a screenshot or printing your reservation confirmation beforehand – when we showed up another group claimed to also have the cabin booked that night.
@SamuelW2194730 · Camped on Dec 3, 2022 at Campsite #1
The absolute best, great experience! Looking forward to next year!
@RobertP6375002 · Camped on Sep 25, 2022 at Campsite #1
The good:
The BEST USFS cabin we ever rented. Opened in 2001!
Basement with wood, supplies & ski patrol rescue equipment. Main floor is the kitchen, wood stove, dining tables & sitting areas are. The top floor is the bedroom.
You can drive to the cabin except in skiing season. Go through the gate in the woods on the west end of the Chief Joe XC ski trailhead parking area. That road is called Broadway. You can also go via 43 to Gibbons Pass Road & take the first right which Broadway connects.
If you need cell service we have Verizon & about .4 miles north of the cabin on Broadway we got 4 Bar LTE service.
The kitchen has a lot of cooking supplies, a double sink that drains, a 4 burner propane stove although the oven does not work.
2 huge dining tables for about 8+ people each & the kitchen has a bar with 3 seats as well.
In addition there are numerous padded seats since it is a warming hut.
The bedroom upstairs has 2 padded queen size beds & 4 individual pads along the wall so "officially" 8 people can stay.
Solar lights on each floor although but only 1 bulb upstairs with propane lantern backup.
At least 3 battery powered lanterns are provided.
A few games & puzzles + skis on the walls & beams for decoration.
Huge porches on 2 sides.
Lots of wood.
Fire pit with numerous benches.
The bad:
Mouse or something in the wall on the right porch so long waste is running down the exterior wall.
Very limited availability. Only allowed to rent 1 night a year & much of the calendar is blocked.
Not really private. While we had no visitors, there were numerous locals cutting firewood. The CD Trail is nearby & you may get visitors many times in season. The ski club may be by to do work. When open as a warming hut for skiers, they have full access to the main floor. You can't control who & what kind of people will be in the cabin during this time. You are also expected to shovel snow and maintain the cabin as you are the "host" in the winter.
Was $35 now $75 night.
The BEST USFS cabin we ever rented. Opened in 2001!
Basement with wood, supplies & ski patrol rescue equipment. Main floor is the kitchen, wood stove, dining tables & sitting areas are. The top floor is the bedroom.
You can drive to the cabin except in skiing season. Go through the gate in the woods on the west end of the Chief Joe XC ski trailhead parking area. That road is called Broadway. You can also go via 43 to Gibbons Pass Road & take the first right which Broadway connects.
If you need cell service we have Verizon & about .4 miles north of the cabin on Broadway we got 4 Bar LTE service.
The kitchen has a lot of cooking supplies, a double sink that drains, a 4 burner propane stove although the oven does not work.
2 huge dining tables for about 8+ people each & the kitchen has a bar with 3 seats as well.
In addition there are numerous padded seats since it is a warming hut.
The bedroom upstairs has 2 padded queen size beds & 4 individual pads along the wall so "officially" 8 people can stay.
Solar lights on each floor although but only 1 bulb upstairs with propane lantern backup.
At least 3 battery powered lanterns are provided.
A few games & puzzles + skis on the walls & beams for decoration.
Huge porches on 2 sides.
Lots of wood.
Fire pit with numerous benches.
The bad:
Mouse or something in the wall on the right porch so long waste is running down the exterior wall.
Very limited availability. Only allowed to rent 1 night a year & much of the calendar is blocked.
Not really private. While we had no visitors, there were numerous locals cutting firewood. The CD Trail is nearby & you may get visitors many times in season. The ski club may be by to do work. When open as a warming hut for skiers, they have full access to the main floor. You can't control who & what kind of people will be in the cabin during this time. You are also expected to shovel snow and maintain the cabin as you are the "host" in the winter.
Was $35 now $75 night.
@abigailh451841 · Camped on Sep 24, 2022 at Campsite #1
This was a great cabin to stay in!! We hiked in the 8/10 of a mile, because there were no instructions to drive their via online. However, upon getting there some skii club volunteers let us know how to access it with a vehicle which was very nice. The cabin was well stocked, the wood stove kept us verrry warm, and the view and surrounding area is beautiful
@LaurieW824 · Camped on Apr 14, 2021 at Campsite #1
The Gordon Reece cabin was wonderful. With lights, propane, solar power, a wood stove, a cook stove... it was so comfortable! Extremely clean and well organized, views of Pioneer Mountains, clearly marked ski trails, and lots of snow. I will make this an annual trip. Thank you !!
@GaryW937 · Camped on Apr 12, 2021 at Campsite #1
Excellent experience!
@FrancesG482 · Camped on Mar 25, 2021 at Campsite #1
The Gordon Reese Cabin is definitely a star on the forest service cabin rental opportunities list. It is well constructed and has many amenities. During winter ski season, this cabin main floor is shared with the public as a warming shelter and gathering spot for anyone that ventures to it. There is a sink with a French drain for gray water. There is a propane range and a variety of cookware, including a percolator. There are solar lights and propane lights as well as a variety of battery operated lanterns. Be sure to bring a flashlight and/or headlamp for personal use, and for going out at night. There is a wood stove that generously heats the interior of the cabin as well as an ample supply of firewood available. The deck on the east side of the cabin is welcoming and the views to the Pioneer Mountains are beautiful. There are pit toilets at the parking lot and near the cabin. They both get heavy use. The result is a towering poop-cone or shitsicle lingering below.
@NickyM521 · Camped on Feb 24, 2021 at Campsite #1
Beautiful ski in cabin (easy) surrounded with miles of groomed trails. Sleeping quarters upstairs are very comfortable. We have only stayed here during the Winter season. Highly recommended!
@VickyD463 · Camped on Feb 21, 2021 at Campsite #1
Remember to check over the cabin printout from USFS before you come so you are not lacking anything.
@NancyB444 · Camped on Feb 17, 2021 at Campsite #1
Always an amazing experience at this well equipped and kept oasis.
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