Racetrack Cabin

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Phillipsburg, MT, MT

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (22 reviews)

Season: May through October

Racetrack Cabin is a rustic one room log cabin located along Racetrack Creek in the Flint Range of western Montana, near the Continental Divide. The cabin is remotely located and was built to house miners in the 1930s. It was later donated to the Forest Service and refurbished for use by the public.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Bear Boxes, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Historic 1930s log cabin on Racetrack Creek in the remote Flint Range with a 5/5 Google rating from campers who praised its cleanliness, comfort, and stunning location. Offers a true remote experience with no cellular or internet service.

Wildlife alert: Golden Eagle, Townsend's Solitaire, Dark-eyed Junco, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake observed within 8km.

Insider tips for Racetrack Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand. High-clearance vehicle required; the last 4 miles are extremely rough with large rocks protruding from the road surface. Cabin comes fully stocked with dishes, towels, and basic supplies.

Skip Racetrack Cabin if: You have a low-clearance vehicle — the access road is impassable for most standard cars.. You need cellular service or internet connectivity.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit Racetrack Cabin: May-October — Official operating season for the campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Racetrack Campground (Mt) (Anaconda, MT), Spring Hill Campground (WEST OF ANACONDA, MT), Cable Mountain Campground (Mt) (Philipsburg, MT), Lodgepole Campground (On Georgetown Lake, Montana) (Anaconda, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Racetrack Cabin

Cell signal at Racetrack Cabin (Phillipsburg, 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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Phillipsburg, MT, MT★ 4.3 (22 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Racetrack Cabin is a rustic one room log cabin located along Racetrack Creek in the Flint Range of western Montana, near the Continental Divide. The cabin is remotely located and was built to house miners in the 1930s. It was later donated to the Forest Service and refurbished for use by the public.

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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 RingsBear Boxes
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Electric HookupsFirewood 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 have a low-clearance vehicle — the access road is impassable for most standard cars.✕ You need cellular service or internet connectivity.✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

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

High-clearance vehicle required; the last 4 miles are extremely rough with large rocks protruding from the road surface.

Cabin comes fully stocked with dishes, towels, and basic supplies.

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground.

Things to do nearby

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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: Golden Eagle, Townsend's Solitaire, Dark-eyed Junco, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake observed within 8km.

Location

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Getting there →

Attention : The road to Racetrack Cabin is impassable to low clearance vehicles . The last 4 miles to the cabin is an extremely rough and rutted road with large rocks protruding from the road surface. High clearance vehicles such as trucks and SUV's can make the crawl up the road but should allow themselves extra time. The road is not plowed to the Forest Boundary in the winter. Guests should be prepared to ski/snowshoe/snowmobile up to 8 miles one way, distance to cabin and parking availbilty f

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Racetrack Cabin cost per night?+
Racetrack Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Racetrack Cabin open?+
Racetrack Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Racetrack Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Racetrack Cabin?+
Racetrack Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Racetrack Cabin?+
Racetrack 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 Racetrack Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Racetrack Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Racetrack Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Racetrack 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
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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★ 4.3 (22)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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