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.
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.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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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 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
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
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 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.
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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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