Moose Lake Cabin

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Philipsburg, MT, MT

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (40 reviews)

Season: May through October

Moose Lake Cabin is located in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in southwestern Montana. The historic cabin, which was built in 1917 for use as a Forest Service work station, offers visitors close access to the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness Area, which covers almost 250 square miles of mountain ranges. The cabin is a short drive to Georgetown Lake, Discovery Ski Area, Gem Mountain, and the town of Philipsburg with its well known Sweet Palace and microbrewery.

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

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

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

Historic 1917 cabin in Beaverhead-Dearlodge National Forest with excellent access to the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness Area and nearby Georgetown Lake. Google reviewers praise the functional wood stove, comfortable bunks, and good fishing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly bears present in area. Also Canada Jays, Pileated Woodpeckers, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, and Whitetail deer.

Insider tips for Moose Lake Cabin: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand Bring firewood or purchase on-site; firewood available for sale Wood stove can be used for both heating and cooking

Skip Moose Lake Cabin if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available. You're visiting outside May-October season.

Best time to visit Moose Lake Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Copper Creek Campground (Mt) (Philipsburg, MT), Spillway Campground (Mt) (Philipsburg, MT), West Fork Of Rock Creek Cabin (Mt) (Phillipsburg, MT), Piney Campground And Boat Launch (Anaconda, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Moose Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Moose Lake Cabin (Philipsburg, 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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Philipsburg, MT, MT★ 4.8 (40 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Moose Lake Cabin is located in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in southwestern Montana. The historic cabin, which was built in 1917 for use as a Forest Service work station, offers visitors close access to the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness Area, which covers almost 250 square miles of mountain ranges. The cabin is a short drive to Georgetown Lake, Discovery Ski Area, Gem Mountain, and the town of Philipsburg with its well known Sweet Palace and microbrewery.

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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 RingsDrinking Water
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 RV hookups—no hookups available✕ You're visiting outside May-October season

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand

Bring firewood or purchase on-site; firewood available for sale

Wood stove can be used for both heating and cooking

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

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: Grizzly bears present in area. Also Canada Jays, Pileated Woodpeckers, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, and Whitetail deer.

Location

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Getting there →

From Philipsburg, travel south on Highway 1 for about 7 miles to the junction with Skalkaho Highway/Highway 38. Turn right onto Highway 38 and continue west for about 9 miles and turn left onto Moose Lake Road/Forest Road 5106. Travel another 9 miles to the cabin. Winter weather conditions may require visitors to park on the main road and hike about a quarter-mile to the cabin. Maps may be purchased by calling the Pintler 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 Moose Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Moose Lake Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Moose Lake Cabin open?+
Moose Lake Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Moose Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Moose Lake Cabin?+
Moose Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Moose Lake Cabin?+
Moose Lake 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 Moose Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Moose Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Moose Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Moose Lake Cabin is open May through October. 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★ 4.8 (40)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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