Morgan-Case Homestead
Morgan-Case Homestead is a rustic log cabin situated on approximately 320 acres along Rock Creek. The cabin is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its significance relating to early homesteading and ranching in Granite County and western Montana. It was an active work site from 1890 to 1951. In addition to being a great home base for big game hunters, the cabin provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, including blue-ribbon trout fishing and trails that are open to hiking and horseback riding, as well as cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
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Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 75 | Gravel | Partial | 5 / – | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 001 is listed accessible |
The single-story log cabin is wheelchair accessible and can accommodate up to five people. The rental has two bedrooms, a living room, dining room and a kitchen. It is equipped with beds and mattresses, a table and chairs, counter and cupboard space, period furniture and an accessible outdoor vault toilet. It is recommended that you bring an adequate supply of your own water. The kitchen is outfitted with an electric range and oven, refrigerator and electric lights. In the winter the cabin is heated to 50 degrees with electric baseboard heaters. It is equipped with a wood stove for additional heat. Guests will need to bring their own bedding, including blankets and pillows, as well as towels, soap, garbage bags, toilet paper and some cooking and eating utensils and equipment. Guests are responsible for cleaning the cabin prior to departure. The cabin is accessible by vehicle, depending on conditions. During the winter, travelers may have to hike, ski or snowshoe about a mile to the cabin.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Missoula, Montana, travel east on Interstate 90 for about 20 miles to exit 126. Drive south on Rock Creek Road for about 30 miles. Rock Creek Road is a hardened surface for 12 miles and the remainder is a gravel, single-lane road, with intermittent pull-outs.
| Nearest town | Philipsburg, Montana |
| Coordinates | 46.4028° N, 113.6875° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Drinking water is not provided.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx D3 Cameron Gaps
35 mi from the campground · 1,100 acres
- PrescribedRx D4 Piquett Creek
46 mi from the campground · 2,210 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Hamilton RV Sales Of Montana ↗ | 24.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Cabela's ↗ | 34.2 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 10.8 miPalisade Mountain Nrt Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miWyman Gulch ↗7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miSandstone Ridge ↗14.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miBig Spring Creek ↗7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miHogback Ridge ↗11 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.2 miWyman-Williams Ridge ↗5.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.4 miHutsinpilar Ridge ↗5.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Welcome Creek Wilderness begins about 10.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 10.3 miWelcome Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 28,248 acres
- 14.9 miBitterroot National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,664,512 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Rock Creek Guard Station (24Gn165)Building · Philipsburg · 1.9 mi
Natural features
The homestead is located in the rugged Sapphire Mountains at an elevation of 4,700 feet. The Missoula Ranger District began preservation work on the cabin in 2001, restoring its historic charm. The Sapphire Mountains contain large stands of Douglas fir and lodgepole pine forests and are home to a variety of wildlife, including bighorn sheep, mountain goats, elk, moose, deer and black bears.
Recreation
The area surrounding the cabin offers both summer and winter recreation opportunities including hiking, fishing, hunting, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. The Sandstone/Wyman trailhead is located within a mile of the homestead, providing access to an extensive network of trails. Rock Creek is well known for its excellent trout fishing opportunities. Proper licenses are required to enjoy hunting and fishing in the state of Montana. The surrounding meadows provide great opportunities for wildlife viewing as well.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Morgan-Case Homestead?
Sites at Morgan-Case Homestead are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Morgan-Case Homestead?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Morgan-Case Homestead have?
1 site, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Morgan-Case Homestead?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Morgan-Case Homestead?
Site 001 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Morgan-Case Homestead?
The area surrounding the cabin offers both summer and winter recreation opportunities including hiking, fishing, hunting, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Morgan-Case Homestead?
Philipsburg, Montana.
Source: Getting there
What if Morgan-Case Homestead is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Bighorn Campground (1.8 mi, first-come), Siria Campground (2 mi, first-come), and Stony Creek Campground (5.3 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby