Hells Canyon Guard Station
Hells Canyon Guard Station is a national forest campground in Montana. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Montana
- Coordinates
- 45.69083, -112.42442
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Winter Sports
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 406-494-2147
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Hells Canyon Guard Station
Overview Hells Canyon Guard Station is a quaint log cabin located in the Highland Mountains of Montana's Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. It is most often used as a base camp by hunters and hikers. The area is replete with wildlife and provides access to scenic mountain views, as well as plentiful opportunities for recreation. It was originally built in 1906 and used as a line cabin for ranchers before being donated to the Forest Service in 1910. The Forest Service has used the cabin as a guard station and now offers it for public enjoyment. The cabin can be accessed by vehicle; however, during winter months, alternative resources may be required to reach the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. Recreation Hunters frequently use the cabin as a base camp. Fishing is also available in nearby Hells Canyon Creek. Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the Hells Canyon area. Off-road vehicles are allowed on designated trails. Off-road vehicles and motorcycles are also allowed in the area, but must be properly permitted and licensed to be on trails and roads. During winter months, the area is popular for cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Winter sports enthusiasts should carry and know how to use proper backcountry equipment, including a beacon, shovel and probe. Facilities The large, single-room structure has bunk be
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- RV Dump · 20 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Propane Fill Station · 22 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 150 designated routes (105 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pigeon Creek Campground | National forest campground | 7.7 mi | — | — |
| Twin Bridges Bike Camp | Free campsite | 11 mi | Free | — |
| Toll Mountain Campground | National forest campground | 11 mi | — | — |
| Toll Mountain Campground | National forest campground | 11 mi | — | — |
| Toll Mtn Campground | Private campground | 11 mi | — | — |
| Burton 1 | National forest camping area | 12 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.