High Rye Cabin

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: BUTTE, MT, MT

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (24 reviews)

Season: Year-round

High Rye Cabin is a quaint place to stay, ideally situated for exploring the northern Fleecer Mountains. An abundance of recreational activities are available in this scenic area. The cabin was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps around 1919 and is located in the historic mining district of German Gulch.

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

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

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

Historic 1919 Civilian Conservation Corps cabin in the scenic northern Fleecer Mountains with abundant recreational opportunities including hiking, fishing, and horseback riding. Google reviewers praise its cleanliness and easy access.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also mule deer, chipping sparrows, warbling vireos, mourning doves, and tree swallows.

Insider tips for High Rye Cabin: Book early — it's a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand Vehicle access available; check fall conditions as alternative resources may be needed Activities include biking, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and wildlife viewing in the historic German Gulch mining district

Skip High Rye Cabin if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this site. You expect commercial-standard cleaning between renters — previous renter responsibility for cabin preparation.

Best time to visit High Rye Cabin: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though fall access may require alternative resources per RIDB description.

Nearby campgrounds: Fleecer Station (BUTTE, MT), Freedom Point Picnic Area (BUTTE, MT), Spring Hill Campground (WEST OF ANACONDA, MT), Sheepshead Picnic Area (BUTTE, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at High Rye Cabin

Cell signal at High Rye Cabin (BUTTE, 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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BUTTE, MT, MT★ 4.4 (24 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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High Rye Cabin is a quaint place to stay, ideally situated for exploring the northern Fleecer Mountains. An abundance of recreational activities are available in this scenic area. The cabin was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps around 1919 and is located in the historic mining district of German Gulch.

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Verified facts

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

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 expect commercial-standard cleaning between renters — previous renter responsibility for cabin preparation

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

it's a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand

Vehicle access available; check fall conditions as alternative resources may be needed

Activities include biking, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and wildlife viewing in the historic German Gulch mining district

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round, though fall access may require alternative resources per RIDB description

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: Mountain lions present in area; also mule deer, chipping sparrows, warbling vireos, mourning doves, and tree swallows.

Location

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Getting there →

From Butte, travel west on Interstate 90 for about 12 miles, to exit 211. Continue about 3 miles south on Highway 441. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 82 and travel 4 miles south to the cabin. Maps may be purchased by calling the Butte Ranger District.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

#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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does High Rye Cabin cost per night?+
High Rye Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is High Rye Cabin open?+
High Rye Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does High Rye Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at High Rye Cabin?+
High Rye Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at High Rye Cabin?+
High Rye 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 High Rye Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at High Rye Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is High Rye Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
High Rye Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$45 /night★ 4.4 (24)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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