Zips Place Cabin

$70.00/night

Hungry Horse Ranger Station, PO Box 190340
HUNGRY HORSE, MT 59919

Overview

Zip's Place Cabin is located 48 miles east of Hungry Horse, in northwestern Montana. It provides a beautiful setting on property that was originally a homestead granted in 1937. In 1945 the land was bought by the Kimmet family of Cut Bank, and in 1954 the family constructed the cabin that resides there today. Visitors enjoy a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, winter sports and viewing wildlife.

The cabin can be accessed by vehicle during the summer months. The summer parking area is approximately 120 ft. from the cabin, some visitors find a cart to be helpful to transport gear to the cabin. During the winter months when snow is present or when the road conditions are impassable, guests must park at the designated winter parking area and hike, snowmobile, ski, or snowshoe approximately one mile to the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

Hiking and mountain biking are popular activities in warmer months. Cross country skiing, snowmobiling and snow shoeing entertain visitors in winter. Elk and moose are among the native animals that may be spotted in the area.

Facilities

The rustic cabin can accommodate up to eight guests. Amenities include a vault toilet, electric stove, coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave oven, lights, electric and propane heat, pots and pans, utensils and cutlery, dishes and cleaning items. Pets are allowed, but cleaning up after them is required. Electricity is provided but water is only available from a well hand-pump June 1 to November 30. Guests should bring food, bedding and basic camp gear, including a first aid kit.

The cabin can be accessed by vehicle during the summer months. The summer parking area is approximately 120 ft. from the cabin, some visitors find a cart to be helpful to transport gear to the cabin. During the winter months when snow is present or when the road conditions are impassable, guests must park at the designated winter parking area and hike, snowmobile, ski, or snowshoe approximately one mile to the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Natural Features

The cabin entrance faces a large grassy lawn area. The rear backs up to a stand of lodgepole pine and Douglas fir trees. A small stream runs behind the cabin.

The Hungry Horse Ranger District is bordered on the east by the Middle Fork of the Flathead River and Glacier National Park. It also covers part of the 286,700-acre Great Bear Wilderness.

Nearby Attractions

The town of Hungry Horse, located an hour away, offers a variety of conveniences like grocery stores and gas stations.

Camp site features

Across 1 camp site:

Pets allowed: all 1 sites
Longest RV: 20 ft
Largest party: 8 people

Fees

Federal Pass discounts do not apply.

Directions

From Hungry Horse, travel east on U.S. Highway 2 for 48 miles, to mile marker 191. Travel south on Geifer Greek/Lodgepole Lane (a gravel road that veers left initially). Follow the signs to the cabin. During the winter months or when the road conditions are impassable, renters must park at the designated parking area and hike, snowmobile, ski or snowshoe about a mile to the cabin. Please respect the adjacent property owners and do not block the driveway.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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Ron B

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Reviewed a month ago

Love the Cabin! and the location! Enjoyed the time there, but no wildlife at all. Except, the resident mice and packrat. Somewhat disappointed with the cleanliness, as the cabin was "cleaned" during the recent 2 day maintenance. Under beds, and couches, not cleaned for quite awhile. Still look forward to the next visit!

Scott S

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Reviewed 2 months ago

The cabin was nice and big with lots of beds. There were games and puzzles. The kitchen had all the dishes and pots and pan you needed. You had to go outside to go to the bathroom. There was no running water in the cabin so you had to go outside to get the water. The dishes we used I washed them before we used them. We heard mice in the walls at night which made it hard to sleep. The cabin was about 1 hour from the west entrance of Glacier National Park.

Tammy R

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Reviewed 2 months ago

We loved our time at this cabin. It is very comfortable. The kids enjoyed the creek and watching all the frogs. I hope to go back soon

Michael H

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Reviewed 5 months ago

Love the cabin and the location. It was a great stay over all. Just wish this one had firewood. If you want a fire make sure you bring firewood.

Antoinette P

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Reviewed a year ago

The perfect cabin to come back to after a long day of hiking. Great access from the highway and well appointed with little things from others over the years. Would come back over and over!

Cody D

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Reviewed a year ago

Beautiful, well stocked cabin

Availability

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Reserve

Popularity: Quiet

Busiest in November, when about 36% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 4 years of reservations.