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Campsite #1 at Monture Guard Station Cabin, MT
$75
Cabin Site #1
| Walk-In | 8 people |
| 0 | fair |
Campsite #1 Features: Walk-In access, Back-In parking, Cabin Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (20)
2.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 65% |
| 4 star | | 25% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 5% |
| 1 star | | 5% |
@AlfredL12A07B9 · Camped on Jan 29, 2025 at Campsite #1
We used Monture Guard We used Monture Guard Station for 2 nights in late Jan. We found the heater to be inadequate in keeping the room warm. During the first day we could not get the temperature higher than 58 degrees which made it very uncomfortable. The 2nd day it got a few degrees warmer, but still was uncomfortable. Abetter heater is needed!
@DavidD5028320 · Camped on Jan 22, 2024 at Campsite #1
Great cabin, clean and easy to be in. Would have liked better snow!!
@ScottD5141264 · Camped on Dec 15, 2023 at Campsite #1
Very nice cabin with great access to the wilderness!
@DianaG5374683 · Camped on Feb 28, 2023 at Campsite #1
Great place only
Issue was lack of potable water which we were not made aware of prior to our visit thank you
Issue was lack of potable water which we were not made aware of prior to our visit thank you
@JulieH3977949 · Camped on Feb 12, 2023 at Campsite #1
Always a great cabin to visit. Good skiing in the area and many places to explore. The water was not working when we were there but we reported it so hopefully it will be fixed soon.
@AimeeM1507398 · Camped on Jan 19, 2023 at Campsite #1
The most luxurious cabin in the state! The water is soul strengthening, the amenities ( most specifically the VHS selection and the cooking accoutrement) are out of this world...the one thing is it's hard to find...should be easy...but perhaps it exists in a vortex? Not sure, but both the instructions here and Google maps are not great. Look at a Gazateer and really read the signs: Off Hwy 200 coming from Missoula, turn left opposite of the turn off for Ovando (unmarked Dick Creek Rd...wonder why???), drive 8ish miles (the sign telling you you are on the right road isn't for maybe 3 miles) and park in the lot across from the turnoff for the campground. Ski across bridge and hang right onto the road that's closed to all but snow machine traffic. It's about a 1/2 mile. Once you go, you will never forget. It is HOME.
Also, most years the loop isn't loopable for the creek isn't frozen and the water crossing is doable but wet. We lucked out this year though and looped it to our hearts delight! What a lovely ghost forest!
Also, most years the loop isn't loopable for the creek isn't frozen and the water crossing is doable but wet. We lucked out this year though and looped it to our hearts delight! What a lovely ghost forest!
@BillC8113752 · Camped on Jan 17, 2023 at Campsite #1
The cabin is super comfortable with significant historical value. It’s setting on the edge of the magnificent Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex makes it all the more special.
@JeanP3005109 · Camped on Dec 27, 2022 at Campsite #1
After a one mile snowshoe walk on the flat road, we arrived at the Monture Ranger Station. The house was very clean, a few dead flies on the windowsills, but that's all. There are directions for the propane fireplace and thermostat. We enjoyed the firepit outside to roast marshmallows and hotdogs. It was very pleasant to go outside and observe squirrels and birds. A light snowfall the first night highlighted the tracks of the squirrels during the night.
The upstairs rooms are cool, but have space heaters. The four upstairs bedrooms are more like two dorm style rooms with a bunk bed and single bed, and an attached garret that holds one bed. The garret has no windows, but the bedrooms do.
Stairs are a little steep, and have a handrail.
We certainly hope to return!
The upstairs rooms are cool, but have space heaters. The four upstairs bedrooms are more like two dorm style rooms with a bunk bed and single bed, and an attached garret that holds one bed. The garret has no windows, but the bedrooms do.
Stairs are a little steep, and have a handrail.
We certainly hope to return!
@SharonH5098220 · Camped on Dec 20, 2022 at Campsite #1
Cabin is perfect with many amenities like electricity and water. There is great skiing and sledding right out the cabin door. The ski in is very easy (less than one mile over flat terrain) so we were able to pull in our gear on pulks quite easily. A snowmobile would be great but you really don’t need one. Will definitely go back if we have the chance.
@LaNetteD902887 · Camped on Feb 24, 2022 at Campsite #1
This is a fancy forest service cabin with electricity and natural gas heat. The area is great for cross country skiing and snowmobiling. We all had a great time.
@RisaS7706159 · Camped on Jan 12, 2022 at Campsite #1
The cabin itself was better than I could have imagined with separate rooms for beds (instead of one just big upstairs with a bunch of bunk beds.) Rustic, yet having all the amenities needed for the stay. A large selection of old time movies for rainy days in January (that happened), and a great selection of books.
@RisaS361 · Camped on Jan 12, 2022 at Campsite #1
The cabin itself was better than I could have imagined with separate rooms for beds (instead of one just big upstairs with a bunch of bunk beds.) Rustic, yet having all the amenities needed for the stay. A large selection of old time movies for rainy days in January (that happened), and a great selection of books.
@BillC616 · Camped on Jan 5, 2022 at Campsite #1
I rated it one star only because we couldn't get there due to hazardous winter driving conditions. Very disappointing. We had to forego the expense of $160 unfortunately. I strongly recommend that due to Covid Recreation.gov should allow rescheduling to other open dates without penalty or perhaps with a low re booking fee of around $10. This should be allowed up to within 24 hours ahead of the reservation to provide for needed flexibility.
@MaryK189 · Camped on Dec 15, 2021 at Campsite #1
The cabin is very comfortable and roomy. A real luxury to have electricity, heat and accessible water.
@MaryK8503295 · Camped on Dec 15, 2021 at Campsite #1
The cabin is very comfortable and roomy. A real luxury to have electricity, heat and accessible water.
@KarrinS6663792 · Camped on Apr 9, 2021 at Campsite #1
It was nice and relaxing.
@KarrinS515 · Camped on Apr 9, 2021 at Campsite #1
It was nice and relaxing.
@AllenD447 · Camped on Mar 8, 2021 at Campsite #1
Everything there that you need, maybe bring a couple mouse traps...I caught two first nite..no hardships here. Fairly amazing!
@RonH679 · Camped on Jan 18, 2021 at Campsite #1
The cabin was left in good shape when we arrived. We did some deeper cleaning when we left. We were comfortable with the heat and all the cooking stuff that was provided. We plan to bring some drinking glasses if we rent it again. The 2 single beds in the rooms off the main bedrooms would not be warm in the winter and probably too hot in the summer, so beds for 6 people is more realistic. We plan to rent it again.
@PeterM966 · Camped on Dec 13, 2020 at Campsite #1
Perfect for a group, cozy in winter. Just be careful with the directions - FS road 89 is called Monture, just West of Ovando on Hwy 200, and isn't labeled as 89 until several miles up. Also the trek from the gate to the cabin is not far at all. Other than that, everything is as advertised!
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