Overview
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This historic cabin, built in 1905, is located approximately 14 miles south of Dillon, Montana, on the banks of the Beaverhead River. The cabin provides access to a variety of outdoor recreational activities on adjacent public lands. The cabin and surrounding lands are managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
Recreation
Recreation opportunities are right outside the door with world-class trout fishing on the Beaverhead River. There may also be opportunities for waterfowl hunting. Nearby opportunities for hunting, hiking, fishing, and 4WD touring through the mountains are plentiful.
Facilities
The cabin sleeps a maximum of eight people on two queen size fold-out futons, and four bunk beds; bedding is not provided. A propane stove/oven, lights, and small refrigerator, wood cook stove, wood stove, outhouse, non-potable water pump, and basic cooking and eating utensils are provided. No potable water is available. Firewood and propane are provided.
Natural Features
The Beaverhead River flows alongside the cabin across from Gallagher Creek and beneath Gallagher Mountain.
Nearby Attractions
The Beaverhead River, Clark Canyon Reservoir, Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, Bannack State Park, and Virginia City are all opportunities for additional exploration in the surrounding area.
The description, directions and fees are the Bureau of Land Management’s own words, from its record on Recreation.gov.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
US Forest Service (USFS)
National Park Service (NPS)
US Fish and Wildlife (USFW)
Bureau of Reclamation (USBR)
Department Of Defense (DOD)
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
Other Federal
State
Local
Alaska Native Lands (Patented or Interim Conveyed)
Alaska Native Allotment
Road
Primitive Road
Road
Primitive Road
Trail
Roads open to all Vehicles, Yearlong
Roads open to all Vehicles, Seasonal
Roads open to highway legal vehicles only, Yearlong
Roads open to highway legal vehicles only, Seasonal
Special Designation, Yearlong
Special Designation, Seasonal
Trails open to all vehicles, Yearlong
Trails open to all vehicles, Seasonal
Trails open to vehicles 50" or less in width, Yearlong
Trails open to vehicles 50" or less in width, Seasonal
Trails open to motorcycles, Yearlong
Trails open to motorcycles, Seasonal
Special Designation, Seasonal
Trails Open to Wheeled Vehicles Only < 50" in Width, Yearlong
Trails Open to Wheeled Vehicles Only < 50" or Less in Width, Seasonal
Wilderness Area
Wilderness Study Area