Battle Ridge Cabin
Battle Ridge Cabin is a rustic dwelling located north of Bozeman, in southwestern Montana. The cabin was built in 1938 and is open year-round. It can be reached by vehicle in the summer, but guests visiting during winter must hike or ski a quarter-mile from the highway to reach the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | People / vehicles |
|---|---|
| 001 | 15 / – |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
Battle Ridge Cabin is wheelchair accessible and has a capacity of up to four to five people. Two sets of bunk beds with mattresses and one cot are provided. A wood cook stove, propane lantern, table and chairs are also provided. A vault toilet is located in an outhouse nearby. A campfire ring is just outside the cabin. No electricity or running water is provided. A spring is located about 500 yards away, but the water should be treated or boiled prior to consumption. Guests need to bring garbage bags to pack out their trash, and they are expected to clean the cabin before leaving. Items such as bedding, dishes, dish soap, dish towels, lanterns or flashlights, extra toilet paper, extra propane and first aid supplies are not available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | All Year Weather Dependent |
| Forest | Custer Gallatin National Forest |
| Booking | No Reservations: This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| Fees | $10 Fee site 6/1 – 9/15 |
Weather by month
Getting there
| Nearest town | Bozeman, Montana |
| Coordinates | 45.8747° N, 110.8919° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedNorth Bridger Brackett Creek Pile Burning Rx
2 mi from the campground
- PrescribedShenango Pile Rx
33 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Round House Sports ↗ | 3.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV Center Montana ↗ | 15.7 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
Bozeman is approximately 20 miles away, offering various dining, shopping or opportunities to get necessary supplies.
- 1.3 miBrackett Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8.9 miMiddle Cottonwood Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miFairy Creek ↗9.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.3 miBangtail Divide ↗22.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.9 miUpper Brackett Creek3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 2.1 miEast Bridger North ↗4.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miRoss Pass2.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 2.5 miSouth Fork Brackett Creek1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.7 miBattle Ridge Trailhead ↗Custer Gallatin National Forest
- 1.3 miBrackett Creek Trailhead ↗Custer Gallatin National Forest
- 1.5 miLower Fairy Lake Trailhead/Sno-park ↗Custer Gallatin National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Flaming Arrow LodgeBuilding · Bozeman · 4.5 mi
- Flaming Arrow Ranch House and OfficeBuilding · Bozeman · 4.6 mi
- Sedan SchoolBuilding · Belgrade · 6.1 mi
Natural features
The cabin sits in a meadow surrounded by the evergreen-forested slopes of the Bridger Mountains, including the 9,004-foot Ross Peak, one of the better-known mountains in the range. The Custer Gallatin National Forest provides habitat for species such as grizzly and black bear, gray wolf, mountain lion, deer, elk, moose, bighorn sheep and the Canada lynx. Birders may see a wide variety of bird species.
Recreation
This is a popular destination in winter for cross-country skiers and snowshoers. Hikers can find nearby trails. Hunting is a popular activity in the area. This is also an ideal spot for birding and watching other wildlife species.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Battle Ridge Cabin?
Sites at Battle Ridge Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. No Reservations: This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Battle Ridge Cabin?
$10 Fee site 6/1 – 9/15
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Battle Ridge Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Battle Ridge Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Battle Ridge Cabin?
This is a popular destination in winter for cross-country skiers and snowshoers. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Battle Ridge Cabin?
Bozeman, Montana. Bozeman is approximately 20 miles away, offering various dining, shopping or opportunities to get necessary supplies.
Source: Getting there
What if Battle Ridge Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lower Hyalite Group (24 mi), Langohr Campground (24.3 mi), and Hood Creek Campground (27.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby