May Creek Cabin

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: WISDOM, MT, MT

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (40 reviews)

Season: May through October

May Creek Cabin is located on the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail in western Montana. It was built by miners in the early 1900s and used by them for about 30 years. Hunters occupied it for about 30 years after that.

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/may-creek-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Historic cabin on the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail with a 5/5 Google rating from repeat visitors who praise it as a peaceful, secluded retreat at a modest $45/night price.

Wildlife alert: Elk, Bighorn Sheep, Wapiti, American Red Squirrel, Sandhill Crane, Franklin's Grouse, Dusky Grouse, and Black-backed Woodpecker documented in the area.

Insider tips for May Creek Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 site. Winter access requires backcountry skiing; park at the plowed area near Highway 43. The cabin was restored in 1993 and enhanced again in 2011. Located 16 miles west of Wisdom on Highway 43.

Skip May Creek Cabin if: You need electrical hookups — no hookups available.. You lack backcountry travel experience — reviewers report an overgrown trail with downed timber.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit May Creek Cabin: May-October — Official operating season with moderate temperatures and plenty of daylight for exploration.. Winter — Google reviewers report it as a great off-grid winter retreat with skiing access via the creek..

Nearby campgrounds: Hogan Cabin (WISDOM, MT), Gordon Reese Cabin (WISDOM, ID), Twin Creek Campground Group Camping Site (North Fork, ID), Indian Trees Campground (Sula Ranger District, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at May Creek Cabin

Cell signal at May Creek Cabin (WISDOM, 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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WISDOM, MT, MT★ 4.6 (40 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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May Creek Cabin is located on the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail in western Montana. It was built by miners in the early 1900s and used by them for about 30 years. Hunters occupied it for about 30 years after that.

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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

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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 electrical hookups — no hookups available.✕ You lack backcountry travel experience — reviewers report an overgrown trail with downed timber.✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 site.

Winter access requires backcountry skiing; park at the plowed area near Highway 43.

The cabin was restored in 1993 and enhanced again in 2011.

Located 16 miles west of Wisdom on Highway 43.

Best: May-October

Official operating season with moderate temperatures and plenty of daylight for exploration.

Best: Winter

Google reviewers report it as a great off-grid winter retreat with skiing access via the creek.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Elk, Bighorn Sheep, Wapiti, American Red Squirrel, Sandhill Crane, Franklin's Grouse, Dusky Grouse, and Black-backed Woodpecker documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Wisdom, travel west on Highway 43 for about 16 miles to the May Creek Campground. Guests can park in the plowed parking area near the highway at the entrance to the campground during the winter. During the summer months, follow the campground road to the fence at the south end of the campground. Parking is available in the meadow just west of the campground. From the campground, hike or ski south along the marked May Creek Trail, crossing a small bridge. About a quarter-mile past the bridge

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

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How much does May Creek Cabin cost per night?+
May Creek Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is May Creek Cabin open?+
May Creek Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does May Creek Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at May Creek Cabin?+
May Creek Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at May Creek Cabin?+
May 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 May Creek Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at May Creek Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is May Creek Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
May Creek Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$45 /night★ 4.6 (40)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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