Mystic Lake Cabin

Custer Gallatin National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Bozeman, MT, MT

Price: From $65 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (24 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Mystic Lake Cabin was built in 1930 and is currently open year-round. It provides access to a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting and exploration of numerous trails. The cabin is located in a non-motorized area.

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/mystic-lake-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1930 cabin offering year-round backcountry access with excellent seclusion and warm shelter. Google reviewers consistently praise the pristine location, well-stocked amenities, and stunning views of the backcountry lake.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, Canada Jay, Great Horned Owl, and Dark-eyed Junco documented in the area

Insider tips for Mystic Lake Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Cabin is well-stocked with firewood and basic amenities Multiple trailhead options exist for accessing the cabin

Skip Mystic Lake Cabin if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this site. You cannot self-arrange transportation (hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, or winter sports required to reach the cabin).

Best time to visit Mystic Lake Cabin: Winter — Cabin provides warm shelter during winter months; accessible via cross-country skis or snowshoes. Summer — Multiple trail access options available; supports hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.

Nearby campgrounds: Trail Creek Cabin (LIVINGSTON, MT), Hood Creek Campground (Bozeman, MT), Maxey Cabin (BOZEMAN, MT), Langohr Campground (Bozeman, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Mystic Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Mystic Lake Cabin (Bozeman, 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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Bozeman, MT, MT★ 4.8 (24 reviews)From $65/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Mystic Lake Cabin was built in 1930 and is currently open year-round. It provides access to a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting and exploration of numerous trails. The cabin is located in a non-motorized area.

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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 cannot self-arrange transportation (hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, or winter sports required to reach the cabin)

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Cabin is well-stocked with firewood and basic amenities

Multiple trailhead options exist for accessing the cabin

Best: Winter

Cabin provides warm shelter during winter months; accessible via cross-country skis or snowshoes

Best: Summer

Multiple trail access options available; supports hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking

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: American Pika, Canada Jay, Great Horned Owl, and Dark-eyed Junco documented in the area

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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406-522-2520· Custer Gallatin National Forest

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 — Custer Gallatin National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Custer Gallatin 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 Mystic Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Mystic Lake Cabin costs $65 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Mystic Lake Cabin open?+
Mystic Lake Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mystic Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Mystic Lake Cabin?+
Mystic Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Mystic Lake Cabin?+
Mystic 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 Mystic Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mystic Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mystic Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Mystic Lake 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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$65 /night★ 4.8 (24)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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