Birch Creek Cabin

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Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

Cabin / lookout rental · USDA Forest Service · Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest Fees: There is a $65.00 per night fee for this cabin. Season: January Reservations: Reservations via https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234406?tab=info Overview Birch Creek Cabin is a historic log cabin with electricity. It provides access to a variety of hiking, ohv, and for cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails (depending on the season). A vaulted toilet lies 100' west of the cabin. Guests can typically access the cabin by vehicle, depending on conditions. The roads leading to the cabin are gravel - but suitable for passenger cars (depending on the season and snow levels). The final quarter-mile may be covered with impassible snow during the winter, requiring skis, snowshoes or snowmobile to complete the route. There is a reliable parking area just off of the Birch Creek Road near the Thief Creek Bridge. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. Recreation An extensive network of hiking trails exists on the surrounding peaks and valleys. Some lead to… Getting there: From Dillon, travel north on I-15 for 12 miles to exit 74 at Apex. Turn west and continue about 8 miles on Birch Creek Road. Cross the bridge and take the first right onto Thief Creek Road. The cabin is about 1/4-mile to the west at Thief Creek. Depending on snow conditions, guests may need to park at the Birch Creek Road turnoff and ski or snowmobile to the cabin. Maps may be purchased at the Dillon Ranger District or online http://www.fs.usda.gov/bdnf (mobile maps are available). Phone: 406-683-3900 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234406 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: USFS