Bear Creek Bunkhouse (Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Mt)
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — hiking
Location: ENNIS, MT, MT
Price: From $55 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (4 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Bear Creek Bunkhouse allows visitors to experience southwestern Montana’s vast wilderness areas, including wide open hills and the Lee Metcalf Widerness in the Madison mountain range . Situated on the Trail Fork of Bear Creek, the cabin offers a scenic location to enjoy nature. The cabin was constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps as crew quarters and a garage.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Firewood for Sale
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Historic 1934 CCC-built bunkhouse offers scenic access to southwestern Montana's wilderness, including the Lee Metcalf Wilderness in the Madison mountain range. Located on Trail Fork of Bear Creek with opportunities for hiking, hunting, and winter sports.
Wildlife alert: Moose, mountain goats, pronghorn, golden eagles, and dusky grouse present in area within 8km radius.
Insider tips for Bear Creek Bunkhouse (Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Mt): Book early — this is a federal campground with limited availability. Final several miles to cabin are gravel or dirt road — prepare accordingly. Larger cabin available about 100 feet east, also on rental program.
Skip Bear Creek Bunkhouse (Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Mt) if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this site.. You need winter access — seasonal operations May through October only..
Best time to visit Bear Creek Bunkhouse (Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Mt): May-October — Official operating season for the campground..
Nearby campgrounds: Bear Creek Cabin (Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Mt) (ENNIS, MT), Yellow Mule Cabin (BOZEMAN, MT), Wall Creek Cabin (ENNIS, MT), Eldridge Guard Station (West Yellowstone, MT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Bear Creek Bunkhouse (Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Mt)
Cell signal at Bear Creek Bunkhouse (Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Mt) (ENNIS, MT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
The Bear Creek Bunkhouse allows visitors to experience southwestern Montana’s vast wilderness areas, including wide open hills and the Lee Metcalf Widerness in the Madison mountain range . Situated on the Trail Fork of Bear Creek, the cabin offers a scenic location to enjoy nature. The cabin was constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps as crew quarters and a garage.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with limited availability.
Final several miles to cabin are gravel or dirt road
prepare accordingly.
Larger cabin available about 100 feet east, also on rental program.
Official operating season for the campground.
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Ennis, take Highway 287 south for 11 miles, to Cameron, Montana. From Cameron, turn east on Bear Creek Loop and continue approximately 6 miles to the cabin. The last several miles is gravel or dirt, which may be muddy or snow-covered and may not always be plowed. Maps may be purchased by calling the Madison Ranger District.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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