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Campsite #1 at Judith Guard Station, MT
$60
Cabin Site #1
| 8 people | |
| 0 | no signal |
7/8
7/25
Campsite #1 Features: Back-In parking, Cabin Site
Campsite Reviews (25)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 40% |
| 4 star | | 28% |
| 3 star | | 12% |
| 2 star | | 4% |
| 1 star | | 16% |
@ElainaG9231336 · Camped on Feb 13, 2024 at Campsite #1
Love this place, especially in winter for the off-track cross-country skiing. The snow has never failed in February! And you never have trouble getting a reservation. The last mile of road isn't plowed, and the last half-mile can be tricky in snowy conditions, but I've never failed to get all the way to the cabin with 4-wheel drive and (sometimes) chains. And hey, hauling gear 1/2 mile is a snap, if it comes to it.The cabin is cozy, spacious and warm, and great for groups, with 3 bedrooms and a futon.The best, most scenic skiing can be had going up the river from the cabin, as far as you like; or along Ettein Ridge. The quiet winter surroundings will astound you, as will the night sky. Do it! You'll come to love winter out here.
@SzonjaJ1CEB2F1 · Camped on Oct 6, 2023 at Campsite #1
We didnt end up staying the night. The cabin is in serious need of repair. It had broken windows and torn screens; as a result, the cabin was completely infested with flies. There were dozens of buzzing and dead flies around each window. The mattresses were filthy; a couple of the upstairs ones reeked of urine. Its too bad because the area was beautiful; there is a river a few feet away with campsites. The campground was empty during our stay in early October, so we still enjoyed the area.
@TaraP7354418 · Camped on Jun 25, 2023 at Campsite #1
Sad for me to see this beautiful place in disrepair after having spent summers working on it 1994-1996. The water well needs repaired. We went expecting to have water and there's none. It hadn't been mowed around the cabin area. The front porch needs several boards replaced before someone falls through. The chinking is coming off under some of the windows. There is a rodent problem, lots of rock chucks to chew things up. They have been chewing holes in the porch planking. The previous renters have not cleaned up after themselves. This is our 4th year renting and we always leave it better than we find it. Needs to be checked on more often by FS staff. We had a wonderful time as always but this beautiful spot definitely needs some tlc.
@DanielH5239181 · Camped on Jan 2, 2023 at Campsite #1
I was never sent the code for the padlock on the backdoor and because I had booked the cabin over the New Year's holiday there was no one in any Forest Service offices across the state to give me the code. Had to book a hotel for one night. I did eventually receive the code and spent one night. The propane heater in the cabin is less than adequate and the cabin didn't really warm up until I had to check out the next day. A wood stove would definitely make this place better! Probably a lovely place in the warmer months.
@MichaelL540355 · Camped on Jan 1, 2023 at Campsite #1
Fun weekend, nice trail near by.
@TimH9025603 · Camped on Oct 3, 2022 at Campsite #1
The cabin was infested with stink bugs. The area is trashed by ATV’s and cattle. No propane was left for lanterns. Place was emptied of kitchen ware.
@BobiC2425031 · Camped on Aug 28, 2022 at Campsite #1
We had another great time at Judith Guard Station. We stayed for 12 days this time, late August-Early September. We enjoyed a lot of 4 wheeler rides on the trails and stayed cool in the streams as the temps were into the 90's. We tried mining for yogo sapphires with no success. The hunting wasn't good this year due to the high temps. The cabin was in good working order for the most part. The back/kitchen door lock and handle are still broken and do not latch on either. We had to lock cabin from outside during the night and keep something in front of it to keep door closed. There were a lot of screens with holes in them too. This cabin is a fun, restored and historic cabin that I would recommend.
@JillW2800999 · Camped on May 30, 2022 at Campsite #1
Wow! very impressed with how stocked and furnished it was! Friends have a rental vacation cabin and have constant theft of small items. Was an wonderful trip and highly recommend it for others. Played taps on Memorial Day and put up/down the flag.
Only thing that would have made it even more perfect would be able to keep the horses there to.
Only thing that would have made it even more perfect would be able to keep the horses there to.
@ErinH2940388 · Camped on Apr 16, 2022 at Campsite #1
Unfortunately we could not stay because of weather. Drove up for the day and code that was emailed to us did not work.
@AlanW5588627 · Camped on Apr 8, 2022 at Campsite #1
Wonderful old house, not just a cabin. Lovely spot and wonderful character.
@JoAnnD8993482 · Camped on Mar 5, 2022 at Campsite #1
We had a wonderful time hiking (no snowshoeing because of lack of snow) and playing cards.
@YukariS4356918 · Camped on Dec 26, 2021 at Campsite #1
Very well kept, good accommodations.
@YukariS189 · Camped on Dec 26, 2021 at Campsite #1
Very well kept, good accommodations.
@ThadM984 · Camped on Nov 6, 2021 at Campsite #1
Wonderful experience finding the beautiful Judith River Ranger Station. Not only was the cabin in great condition it also had 4 beds and 3 trundle beds. We had a great time staying there.
@ThadM7206144 · Camped on Nov 6, 2021 at Campsite #1
Wonderful experience finding the beautiful Judith River Ranger Station. Not only was the cabin in great condition it also had 4 beds and 3 trundle beds. We had a great time staying there.
@EmilyO247 · Camped on Jun 13, 2021 at Campsite #1
Fantastic Cabin, so much history. We luckily booked Sun-Tues. Very limited traffic. The river nearby was such a lovely feature. There is a water pump across the road. Wasn't clean-ish, but its a cabin folks. Outhouse was spotless.. Battery Led lights a lovely addition to add to your bag. Stop nearby at The Blue Nugget for Ice, Beer and great food!!!!! Love this place
@DavidC926 · Camped on May 30, 2021 at Campsite #1
Very cool place, but wasn't very clean when we arrived. Beautiful area, beautiful cabin. Tons of traffic, but everywhere is these days.
@ShannonW418 · Camped on May 9, 2021 at Campsite #1
Gorgeous! We felt like we got to stay in a museum! So fun to learn the history and have our adventures!
@SusanH926 · Camped on Apr 4, 2021 at Campsite #1
It's a wonderful historic cabin. I would not rent this during the summer as there is a campground right in front of it. The quiet, peaceful environment was why I came, so don't think I would have enjoyed it as much with lots of other people around. There ARE mice. They run around between the floorboards at night. They didn't bother me, and I never saw them but if you don't like mice, this is not the cabin for you. Lots of bird life and wildlife. Great hiking trails. In winter propane heat and stove are a big bonus. I will be back next winter or early spring.
@LaNetteD455 · Camped on Dec 29, 2020 at Campsite #1
The cabin is well maintained and is is great condition. We had a great time puzzling, hiking, and playing the piano.
@erich257 · Camped on Jul 3, 2020 at Campsite #1
More like 3.5 for me:
The cabin itself was a 5 - really nice restoration, and comfortable with 3 bedrooms. Nice, large kitchen, great dining space. The front porch is large and a great place to read and take in the scenery.
The setting I would rate a 4. Nice area, close to the river with interesting cliffs. Fishing opportunities and hiking trails nearby.
As for the experience, it was a 2. There is a popular ATV trail 10 feet off the front porch, and the weekend we went there was a lot of noise and activity. Nearby campers would drive up and park in front to use the cabin's outhouse. It would probably be a much better experience in the winter or on a weekday.
One final note: there is no fire ring at the cabin, so don't plan a menu around fire and charcoal grilled food (like we did!)
The cabin itself was a 5 - really nice restoration, and comfortable with 3 bedrooms. Nice, large kitchen, great dining space. The front porch is large and a great place to read and take in the scenery.
The setting I would rate a 4. Nice area, close to the river with interesting cliffs. Fishing opportunities and hiking trails nearby.
As for the experience, it was a 2. There is a popular ATV trail 10 feet off the front porch, and the weekend we went there was a lot of noise and activity. Nearby campers would drive up and park in front to use the cabin's outhouse. It would probably be a much better experience in the winter or on a weekday.
One final note: there is no fire ring at the cabin, so don't plan a menu around fire and charcoal grilled food (like we did!)
@TaraP839 · Camped on Jun 25, 2020 at Campsite #1
We rented the cabin for 3 nights the end of June. I worked for the FS when I was in high school. One of the projects I worked on was preparing the cabin for installing the propane line. I hadn't been there since then, summer of 1996. We were so impressed with the job done to restore the cabin and all the amenities. It's definitely not roughing it very hard. I would stay again, no questions. When we arrived, it was clean and had plenty of cooking supplies. A great time was had! Talking about making a yearly tradition out of it.
@JillI205 · Camped on May 30, 2020 at Campsite #1
People before us didn’t clean very well, sticky old food in kitchen and crumbs on floor in dining area, but cabin is so nice so I cleaned when we got there and when we left so hopefully the next time we go the people before us do a better job having it ready for us. Such a nice historic place!
@JackieF599 · Camped on May 25, 2020 at Campsite #1
Two of the lanterns were broken from prior guests and should’ve been replaced before our arrival , also the yard was not mowed so I couldn’t let my granddaughter out in the yard , and the pans were put away dirty , we cleaned the cabin and dishes spotless and left it in better condition then prior guests as we were raised to do hopefully our next year stay will be better
@DavidC978 · Camped on Jan 24, 2020 at Campsite #1
Great stay at a very nice cabin.
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