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NRSO |
| description |
Calf Creek Cabin sits in the Lewis and Clark National Forest. It was recently renovated and offers a prime location for fishing, hiking and horseback riding. Running water is not included, but the nearby creek provides fresh water. A hitching rack is also available for horses. Access from December 1 to May 15 is via snowmobile, snowshoes or skis on a groomed 7 mile trail. |
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From White Sulphur Springs, head east on Highway 12 for 3 miles andturn left (north) on Highway 89. Continue about 15 miles, then head west(left) on Road 119 for 9 miles to the cabin. From Great Falls, head east on Highway 87/89 about 23 miles to therest area just past Belt. Turn right (south) onto Highway 89. Gopast Monarch and Neihart to Kings Hill Pass (about 75 miles fromGreat Falls), and down Highway 89 about 13.5 miles past Kings HillPass to Road 119 and turn right (west). Drive 9 miles to the cabin. |
| facilitiesDescription |
The cabin fits six guests and provides propane lights and a propane cooking stove. Both the cabin and the outdoor modern vault toilet are wheelchair accessible. A wood stove for heating and firewood is included. Pots, pans, dishes and limited cleaning supplies are also on hand. Though no electricity is available, the cabin comes with electrical outlets, and guests are allowed to bring a generator to hook up to the cabin. Visitors should plan to bring water, food, toilet paper, flashlights, bedding, towels, cleaning equipment and warm clothing. ( Click here for more cabin details. ) |
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CALF CREEK CABIN |
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75274 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=75274&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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The cabin sleeps six people, however, a camper, RV, or slide-in truck camper is allowed at the site (accommodating another four people). The whole facility can only provide enough room and service for 10 people total. Exceeding this limit is grounds for eviction without refund. Access in winter requires cross country skis, snow shoes or a snowmobile on a 7-mile trail No water is available; bring plenty Due to snow conditions, travel on Forest Service Road #119 may be limited through the end of May; please call ranger district to verify road conditions prior to arrival Pets are not allowed in the cabin at any time, but can be kept outside in a kennel or on a six-foot or less leash. Users are responsible for removing all pet food and droppings from rental site prior to departure Bring certified weed-free hay only Bears frequent the area; keep all food out of sight in approved containers and remove all food from area after eating Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
| nearbyAttrctionDescription |
White Sulphur Springs, an hour south, provides the nearest food and fuel conveniences. |
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| orientationDescription |
The cabin sits along Calf Creek at an elevation of 5,400 feet in the Little Belt Mountains. The region boasts a dense coniferous forest with mixed fir, spruce and pine trees. Lewis and Clark National Forest offers many streams and fishing opportunities. Native wildlife includes black bears, white-tailed deer, bald eagles, lynx, bighorn sheep and grey wolves. |
| recreationDescription |
Nearby hunting, fishing and off-road vehicle riding trails are abundant. Horseback riders and hikers horses enjoy the climb north along East Fork Calf Creek to Bubbling Springs in the Tenderfoot Experimental Forest. Calf Creek tempts anglers with mountain whitefish, cutthroat, brook and rainbow trout. Winter recreation includes cross country skiing, snow shoeing and snowmobiling. |