Fleecer Station
Fleecer Cabin is popular for hunters, hikers and winter activities during the fall, winter and spring months. The cabin was built in 1924 and has been used as headquarters for Forest Service crews ever since. It is available between October 20th and April 15th each year. The cabin is used during the summer field season to house crews. The cabin can generally be accessed by vehicle; however, during the fall and winter, alternative resources may be required to reach the cabin, depending on weather conditions. Usually by January, alternative methods such as ski, snowshoe, ATV or snowmobile are needed to reach the cabin.
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Gravel | Partial | 5 / – |
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
| Fees | Seasonal crews may be stationed at the cabin during the summer, in which case the cabin may not be available. The non-refundable reservation fee is $75 per night. Any changes in the scheduled dates may be assessed an additional fee by the National Recreation Reservation Service. |
Fleecer cabin is well-equipped, with electricity, forced-air heat, woodstove and hot and cold running water. Two bedrooms contain beds and mattresses to accommodate up to 5 people. The kitchen provides table and chairs, an electric cook stove and refrigerator. The bathroom has a flush toilet, sink and shower. A variety of supplies are provided within the cabin, including dishes, eating and cooking utensils, pots and pans, a broom, dust pan and other cleaning equipment and supplies. Ample cupboard space is available. Guests will need to bring their own bedding, pillows, towels, and soap. Garbage bags are needed to pack out trash, and guests are asked to clean the cabin prior to leaving. Cell phone service is good at the cabin.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Butte, travel south on Interstate 15 for 15 miles. Take the Feely exit (no. 111) and turn west on Forest Road 96. Continue about 3 miles to Forest Road 447, turn left and travel about 2 miles to the cabin. The access road is on private land and the gate must remained closed and locked.
| Nearest town | Butte, Montana |
| Coordinates | 45.8525° N, 112.7381° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- It is not far from Butte, giving locals a respite from everyday life; however, a variety of recreational opportunities await every guest.
- Please remember that Fleece Station is considered a recreational area and shooting is not permitted around the cabin and on the surrounding private property.
- Check out time is 11am, check in time is 2pm.
Fire nearby
- WildfireSand Creek
35 mi from the campground · 35,520 acres · 83% contained
- PrescribedSure Thing Swamp Rx
46 mi from the campground · 180 acres
- PrescribedRx Hell'S Canyon
49 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Bretz RV & Marine - Butte, MT ↗ | 12.7 mi |
| Dump station | RV Dump ↗ | 13.8 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 2 miDivide Creek Snowmobile ↗15.9 mi trail
- 4.4 miBull Ranch1.5 mi trail
- 4.9 miFleecer Ridge4 mi trail
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
This campground sits inside Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest.
- inBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,614,456 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.
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Historic landmarks nearby
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Natural features
The cabin is located in the Fleecer Mountain Range approximately 15 miles south of Butte. A horse corral and grassy pasture are adjacent to the cabin. The region is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, mule deer, moose, black bear, and a variety of birds and small mammals ( learn more about bear safety ). The Fleecers provide a year-round range for elk and deer and large populations winter on nearby Fleecer Mountain or on sagebrush slopes in the southeast portion of the landscape.
Recreation
Hunting in designated areas is a popular activity, as wildlife is abundant. Fishing is also a possibility in any of the nearby mountain creeks and streams. The Big Hole River is just minutes away and is best known for its trophy-class trout fishing. There is a variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails that are easily accessed from the cabin into the surrounding forest. winter months provide opportunities for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing (unmarked). Off-road vehicles and motorcycles are also allowed in the area, but must be properly permitted and licensed to be on trails and roads. Access to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail is located 1 mile from the cabin.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Fleecer Station?
Sites at Fleecer Station are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Fleecer Station?
Seasonal crews may be stationed at the cabin during the summer, in which case the cabin may not be available. The non-refundable reservation fee is $75 per night. Any changes in the scheduled dates may be assessed an additional fee by the National Recreation Reservation Service.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Fleecer Station?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Fleecer Station have?
1 site, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Fleecer Station?
The bathroom has a flush toilet, sink and shower.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Fleecer Station?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Fleecer Station?
Hunting in designated areas is a popular activity, as wildlife is abundant. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Fleecer Station?
Butte, Montana.
Source: Getting there
What if Fleecer Station is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Beaverdam Campground and Picnic Area (3.1 mi, first-come), Divide Bridge Campground (7.1 mi, first-come), and Basin Canyon Campground and Picnic Area (9.2 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby