Kenck Cabin

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Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Cabin / lookout rental · USDA Forest Service · Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest Fees: $50/night for single unit Season: 12/1 to 10/15 Reservations: This site can be reserved at Kenck Cabin Recreation.gov Overview Guests can stay at Kenck Cabin for a rustic getaway in the fresh mountain air. The cabin was built in 1924 by a traveling doctor who arrived in the area in 1904 and spent his entire career along the Rocky Mountain Front. In 2003 the property was donated to the Forest Service by the Kenck Family Trust, and it has since been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Recreation Guests can relax by the stream, watch for birds and hike the surrounding area. Photographers will particularly enjoy the views of Patrol Lookout found by the gate to the cabin. Facilities Kenck is comprised of one room that sleeps six on a double bed, a futon that turns into a double bed and two cots. Heating and cooking is from two wood stoves, and firewood is provided. Cooking utensils and dishes are also provided. The cabin has a replica of an old monarch stove and classic wood dining… Getting there: From Augusta, head west Laura Street, which becomes Benchmark Road. Travel 13 miles to a "Y" intersection and turn left continuing on Benchmark Road. Drive 15 miles to the end of the road at South Fork Trailhead. Take the main trail that runs in front of the outhouse. From the main trail, take the first trail to the right, just after the "Pack-In-Pack-Out" sign. A small sign marks this trail leading to Kenck Cabin. The cabin is about a half-mile down the trail. Benchmark Road is not plowed in… Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233229 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Rocky Mountain Ranger District