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Lost Horse Cabin

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

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Lost Horse Cabin is located 35 miles west of Helena, Montana, on public land managed by the Helena Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. The cabin is furnished with 2 sets of bunk beds, with mattresses, and four cots that can accommodate up to 8 people. The cabin sits along a small intermittent creek at an elevation of 5,200 feet in the Divide Mountains.

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

The cabin is furnished with 2 sets of bunk beds, with mattresses, and four cots that can accommodate up to 8 people. A wood stove is provided for heat and there is also a Monarch cookstove in the cabin. Other amenities include lanterns, a table and chairs, cleaning supplies, a propane cooking stove, dishes, utensils, and some cookware. An outhouse with vault toilet is nearby. An axe and snow shovel are provided. Firewood may be available, but it is not guaranteed. The cabin is not wired for electricity, and water is not available so guests should bring a sufficient amount of water for drinking, cooking, and washing. Fuel and mantels are not provided for the propane stove or lantern, so guests should bring a couple of small propane cylinders, as well as backup lighting. Items to bring include water, sleeping bags, linens, towels, dish soap, matches, first aid kit, toilet paper and garbage bags. Guests are expected to pack out all trash and food and clean the cabin before leaving. This is a remote location and no commerical stores or services are near the cabin.

Natural Features

The cabin sits along a small intermittent creek at an elevation of 5,200 feet in the Divide Mountains. The region boasts a coniferous forest with mixed fir and pine trees. The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest offers many streams and fishing opportunities. Native wildlife includes black and grizzly bears, mule-deer and white-tailed deer, elk, and mountain lions. The area also hosts many upland bird species.

Recreation

Hiking, hunting, photography, and exploration are all great recreational activities in this area. There is an extensive road system not far from the cabin area (to the south and east) where many people use trucks or ride off-highway vehicles in the summer and fall to see the general area and old mining relics. As the crow flies, the cabin is just four miles east of the Continental Divide. The area to the west and north is sparsely roaded and offers an off-trail, remote experience.

Nearby Attractions

This is a remote cabin and most attractions in this area are based around outdoor activities.

Campsite map

Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.

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Campsites

A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.

Site Lost Horse Cabin

Area Lost Horse Cabin

CABIN NONELECTRIC

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vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Important notices

There is no electricity, water, or indoor plumbing at this facility.
Access to the cabin in winter months (snow season) is by skiing, snow shoeing, dog sledding, or snowmobiling 2 miles to the site. Do Not leave unattended vehicles parked on the main roads or the Anderson access road to the cabin.
Entry to the access road gate and to the cabin is by combination lock; the reservation confirmation letter will list the combination code.
Do not leave food or trash outside the cabin during your stay, and all garabage and food must be packed out upon departure.

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Common questions

How do I book Lost Horse Cabin?

Reservations are handled by Recreation.gov, not by Kestrel. Use the official reservation link on this page to book. Kestrel only watches availability and tells you when a site frees up.

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