Canyon Creek Cabin

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: WISE RIVER, MT, MT

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (24 reviews)

Season: May through October

Canyon Creek Cabin is located in the middle of an old mining district. Historic sites that can be explored on foot or on a bike are nearby. A variety of trails exist in the area, as does abundant wildlife.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/canyon-creek-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Canyon Creek Cabin is located in the middle of an old mining district with historic sites accessible by foot or bike, surrounded by scenic Pioneer Mountains in southwestern Montana. The area offers abundant wildlife, a variety of trails, and fishing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Martens, Northern Hawk Owl, Osprey, and Calliope Hummingbird are documented in the area.

Insider tips for Canyon Creek Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site High clearance or four-wheel drive vehicle required; conditions may necessitate snowmobiles, skis, or snowshoes in winter months Firewood is available for purchase on-site

Skip Canyon Creek Cabin if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this site. You cannot access via four-wheel drive or high clearance vehicle. You plan to visit outside May through October seasonal operations.

Best time to visit Canyon Creek Cabin: May-October — Official operating season for the campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Fleecer Station (BUTTE, MT), Lupine Shelter (WISE RIVER, MT), Price Creek Campground (Mt) (Dillon, MT), Birch Creek Cabin (DILLON, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Canyon Creek Cabin

Cell signal at Canyon Creek Cabin (WISE RIVER, 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.

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WISE RIVER, MT, MT★ 4.6 (24 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Canyon Creek Cabin is located in the middle of an old mining district. Historic sites that can be explored on foot or on a bike are nearby. A variety of trails exist in the area, as does abundant wildlife.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFirewood for Sale

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups—no hookups available at this site✕ You cannot access via four-wheel drive or high clearance vehicle✕ You plan to visit outside May through October seasonal operations

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site

High clearance or four-wheel drive vehicle required; conditions may necessitate snowmobiles, skis, or snowshoes in winter months

Firewood is available for purchase on-site

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Moose, Martens, Northern Hawk Owl, Osprey, and Calliope Hummingbird are documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Melrose, travel west on Forest Road 187 for about 13 miles, then continue southwest for 6 miles on Forest Road 7401. Four-wheel drive or high clearance vehicles are required to access the cabin. Depending on conditions, skis and snowmobiles may be necessary to complete the route. Maps may be purchased by calling the Dillon Ranger District.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Canyon Creek Cabin cost per night?+
Canyon Creek Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Canyon Creek Cabin open?+
Canyon Creek Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Canyon Creek Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Canyon Creek Cabin?+
Canyon Creek Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Canyon Creek Cabin?+
Canyon Creek Cabin is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Canyon Creek Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Canyon Creek Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Canyon Creek Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Canyon Creek Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$45 /night★ 4.6 (24)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Fleecer Station

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From $75/night

Lupine Shelter

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Price Creek Campground (Mt)

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From $8/night

Birch Creek Cabin

DILLON, MT

From $65/night

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