## Overview

Quigley Group Use Site sits in forested mountain terrain on the top of
MacDonald Pass about 15 miles west of Helena, Montana. Quigley is on public
land managed by the Helena Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark
National Forest and is adjacent to the Continental Divide National Scenic
(CDNST) trail. Located right on the Continental Divide at 6,300 feet
elevation, there are spectacular views of surrounding country encompassing
meadows, timbered slopes, and mountains. The site is available for rental from
June 1 to October 15 each year and closed at all other times.

## Recreation

Quigley Group Use offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, bike and
enjoy a long list of outdoor recreational activities on and around the
Continental Divide Trail system. Hunting, photography, and exploration are all
great recreational activities in this area. There is an extensive road system
10 miles to the west (Little Blackfoot) and five miles to the east (Rimini and
Priest Pass) where many people use trucks or ride off-highway vehicles in the
summer and fall to see the general area and old mining relics. The area to the
south and north is sparsely roaded and offers a non-motorized, more remote
experience.

## Facilities

Quigley Group Use offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, bike and
enjoy a long list of outdoor recreational activities on and around the
Continental Divide Trail system. Hunting, photography, and exploration are all
great recreational activities in this area. There is an extensive road system
10 miles to the west (Little Blackfoot) and five miles to the east (Rimini and
Priest Pass) where many people use trucks or ride off-highway vehicles in the
summer and fall to see the general area and old mining relics. The area to the
south and north is sparsely roaded and offers a non-motorized, more remote
experience.

## Natural Features

At an elevation of 6,300 feet, beneath a canopy of lodgepole pine and Douglas
fir trees, this Group Site is an ideal setting for larger families or groups
seeking relaxation and recreation. Nearby rugged ridges, meadows, forests and
grasslands provide wildlife diverse ecosystems. Grizzly bear, deer, elk, gray
wolf, moose, black bear, mountain lion, all call the area home.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 449-5201.

## Nearby Attractions

The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDNST) mile 616 is just a few
hundred feet from the group use site, and the CDNST runs due north and south
from there. The City of Helena is about 15 miles away via US Highway 12. Note,
the area is near a fee campground and a trailhead, and both are well used by
the general public all summer long. The area is not remote, and users can
expect to encounter other people recreating.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Quigley Group Use Site sits in forested mountain terrain on the top of MacDonald Pass about 15 miles west of Helena, Montana. Quigley is on public land managed by the Helena Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest and is adjacent to the Continental Divide National Scenic (CDNST) trail. Located right on the Continental Divide at 6,300 feet elevation, there are spectacular views of surrounding country encompassing meadows, timbered slopes, and mountains. The site is available for rental from June 1 to October 15 each year and closed at all other times.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Quigley Group Use offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, bike and enjoy a long list of outdoor recreational activities on and around the Continental Divide Trail system. Hunting, photography, and exploration are all great recreational activities in this area. There is an extensive road system 10 miles to the west (Little Blackfoot) and five miles to the east (Rimini and Priest Pass) where many people use trucks or ride off-highway vehicles in the summer and fall to see the general area and old mining relics. The area to the south and north is sparsely roaded and offers a non-motorized, more remote experience.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Quigley Group Use offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, bike and enjoy a long list of outdoor recreational activities on and around the Continental Divide Trail system. Hunting, photography, and exploration are all great recreational activities in this area. There is an extensive road system 10 miles to the west (Little Blackfoot) and five miles to the east (Rimini and Priest Pass) where many people use trucks or ride off-highway vehicles in the summer and fall to see the general area and old mining relics. The area to the south and north is sparsely roaded and offers a non-motorized, more remote experience.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>At an elevation of 6,300 feet, beneath a canopy of lodgepole pine and Douglas fir trees, this Group Site is an ideal setting for larger families or groups seeking relaxation and recreation. Nearby rugged ridges, meadows, forests and grasslands provide wildlife diverse ecosystems. Grizzly bear, deer, elk, gray wolf, moose, black bear, mountain lion, all call the area home.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (406) 449-5201.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDNST) mile 616 is just a few hundred feet from the group use site, and the CDNST runs due north and south from there. The City of Helena is about 15 miles away via US Highway 12. Note, the area is near a fee campground and a trailhead, and both are well used by the general public all summer long. The area is not remote, and users can expect to encounter other people recreating.</p>

There is a $50/night fee for the group site.

Quigley Day Use

Quigley Day Use Site

Quigley Group Use

Quigley Group Use Toilet

Quigley Group Use Area

## Overview

Moose Creek Cabin is situated in an grassy clearing surrounded by conifer
forest in the Tenmile Creek drainage west of Helena, Montana. The cabin was
constructed in 1907 and used by the Forest Service during the early history of
the agency. It has served as a Forest Service Ranger Station, guard station,
and work center for the Civilian Conservation Corps.  
  
Today, the cabin is a rustic retreat for guests seeking relaxation and
recreation. The cabin is accessible by car, but guests should park on the
adjacent road and cross a footbridge to get to the cabin. Many amenities are
offered at the cabin, so guests only need to bring a few of their own
supplies.

## Recreation

Hikers and backpackers can access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail
from trails found near the cabin. This is a non-motorized trail with
spectacular views and a variety of terrain, open to mountain bikers, stock
users, backpackers and day hikers. The trail transitions through thick forest
to above tree line and offers spectacular views both east and west of the
Continental Divide.  
  
Moose Creek is a stream located just 11.4 miles from Helena. The creek
supports a variety of fish, including redear sunfish, rainbow trout and brook
trout. Whether spinning, fly fishing or baitcasting, chances of getting a bite
here are good.  
  
Winter play includes cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.

## Facilities

Hikers and backpackers can access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail
from trails found near the cabin. This is a non-motorized trail with
spectacular views and a variety of terrain, open to mountain bikers, stock
users, backpackers and day hikers. The trail transitions through thick forest
to above tree line and offers spectacular views both east and west of the
Continental Divide.  
  
Moose Creek is a stream located just 11.4 miles from Helena. The creek
supports a variety of fish, including redear sunfish, rainbow trout and brook
trout. Whether spinning, fly fishing or baitcasting, chances of getting a bite
here are good.  
  
Winter play includes cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.

## Natural Features

The area around the cabin offers a variety of landscapes, from river banks to
subalpine terrain. Valley bottoms, dense forests, meadows and barren ridges
are mixed with streams, rivers, and lakes.  
  
Wildlife in the area abounds. Elk, deer, squirrels and a variety of birds are
commonly seen. The more elusive badger, mountain lion and lynx find habitat in
nearby areas as well.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Moose Creek Cabin is situated in an grassy clearing surrounded by conifer forest in the Tenmile Creek drainage west of Helena, Montana. The cabin was constructed in 1907 
and used by the Forest Service during the early history of the agency. It has served as a Forest Service Ranger Station, guard station, and work center for the 
Civilian Conservation Corps.<br/><br/> 

Today, the cabin is a rustic retreat for guests seeking relaxation and recreation. The cabin is accessible by car, but guests should park on the adjacent road and 
cross a footbridge to get to the cabin. Many amenities are offered at the cabin, so guests only need to bring a few of their own supplies.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hikers and backpackers can access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail  from trails found near the cabin. This is a non-motorized trail with spectacular views and a variety of terrain, open to mountain bikers, stock users, backpackers and day hikers. The trail transitions through thick forest to above tree line and offers spectacular views both east and west of the Continental Divide.<br/><br/> 

Moose Creek is a stream located just 11.4 miles from Helena. The creek supports a variety of fish, including redear sunfish, rainbow trout and brook trout. Whether spinning, fly fishing or baitcasting, chances of getting a bite here are good.<br/><br/>  

Winter play includes cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Hikers and backpackers can access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail  from trails found near the cabin. This is a non-motorized trail with spectacular views and a variety of terrain, open to mountain bikers, stock users, backpackers and day hikers. The trail transitions through thick forest to above tree line and offers spectacular views both east and west of the Continental Divide.<br/><br/> 

Moose Creek is a stream located just 11.4 miles from Helena. The creek supports a variety of fish, including redear sunfish, rainbow trout and brook trout. Whether spinning, fly fishing or baitcasting, chances of getting a bite here are good.<br/><br/>  

Winter play includes cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The area around the cabin offers a variety of landscapes, from river banks to subalpine terrain. Valley bottoms, dense forests, meadows and barren ridges are mixed with streams, rivers, and lakes.<br/><br/> 

Wildlife in the area abounds. Elk, deer, squirrels and a variety of birds are commonly seen. The more elusive badger, mountain lion and lynx find habitat in nearby areas as well.

MOOSE CREEK CABIN

Moose Creek Cabin

## Overview

Kading Cabin is located 16 miles south of Elliston, Montana in Helena National
Forest. This site has served the Forest Service since the early 1900s when the
agency was forming. It was selected for its central location, trail and wagon
road accessibility, and telephone line service at the time, ensuring that it
would be valuable for both administrative and protective work.  
  
The present cabin was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Renovations and repairs were made to the facility in the 1960s and again in
the early 1990s. Today, the cabin is a rustic retreat for guests seeking
relaxation and recreation in central Montana.  
  
The cabin is typically accessible by car; however, heavy amounts of snow in
winter can close the road to vehicles. Access to the cabin is via a 7-mile
stretch of road passable by snowmobile, snowshoe, skis or dog sled. Guests
must be prepared to pack in several of their own supplies.

## Recreation

Plenty of hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities exist along the
numerous trails and roads that can be accessed within a short distance from
the cabin.  
  
Fly fishing on the Little Blackfoot River is excellent. Brown trout are found
in good numbers and large sizes below Elliston. Brook and cutthroat trout are
found above Elliston. Whitefish can be found throughout the length of the
river.  
  
In winter, guests will enjoy snowshoeing, skiing and snowmobiling on trails
throughout the area.

## Facilities

Plenty of hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities exist along the
numerous trails and roads that can be accessed within a short distance from
the cabin.  
  
Fly fishing on the Little Blackfoot River is excellent. Brown trout are found
in good numbers and large sizes below Elliston. Brook and cutthroat trout are
found above Elliston. Whitefish can be found throughout the length of the
river.  
  
In winter, guests will enjoy snowshoeing, skiing and snowmobiling on trails
throughout the area.

## Natural Features

Hemmed in by old-growth, conifer forest, Kading Cabin sits at the edge of a
grassy clearing. The Little Blackfoot River flows near the cabin, a tributary
to the Upper Clark Fork watershed. It drains an area of 265,300 acres from the
Boulder Mountains north of Butte and west of Helena.  
  
The area around the cabin offers a variety of landscapes, from river banks to
subalpine terrain. Valley bottoms, dense forests, meadows and barren ridges
are mixed with streams, rivers, and lakes.  
  
Wildlife in the area abounds. Elk, deer, squirrels and a variety of birds are
commonly seen. The more elusive badger, wolverine, mountain lion and lynx find
habitat in nearby areas as well.

## Nearby Attractions

Plenty of historic mines are scattered throughout the area, including Charter
Oak Mine and the Mill and the Monarch Mine.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Kading Cabin is located 16 miles south of Elliston, Montana in Helena National Forest. This site has served the Forest Service since the early 1900s when the agency 
was forming. It was selected for its central location, trail and wagon road accessibility, and telephone line service at the time, ensuring that it would be valuable 
for both administrative and protective work.<br/><br/>

The present cabin was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Renovations and repairs were made to the facility in the 1960s and again in the early 1990s.
Today, the cabin is a rustic retreat for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in central Montana.<br/><br/>

The cabin is typically accessible by car; however, heavy amounts of snow in winter can close the road to vehicles. Access to the cabin is via a 7-mile stretch of road
passable by snowmobile, snowshoe, skis or dog sled. Guests must be prepared to pack in several of their own supplies.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Plenty of hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities exist along the numerous trails and roads that can be accessed within a short distance from the cabin.<br/><br/>

Fly fishing on the Little Blackfoot River is excellent. Brown trout are found in good numbers and large sizes below Elliston. Brook and cutthroat trout are found above 
Elliston. Whitefish can be found throughout the length of the river.<br/><br/>

In winter, guests will enjoy snowshoeing, skiing and snowmobiling on trails throughout the area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Plenty of hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities exist along the numerous trails and roads that can be accessed within a short distance from the cabin.<br/><br/>

Fly fishing on the Little Blackfoot River is excellent. Brown trout are found in good numbers and large sizes below Elliston. Brook and cutthroat trout are found above 
Elliston. Whitefish can be found throughout the length of the river.<br/><br/>

In winter, guests will enjoy snowshoeing, skiing and snowmobiling on trails throughout the area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Hemmed in by old-growth, conifer forest, Kading Cabin sits at the edge of a grassy clearing. The Little Blackfoot River flows near the cabin, a tributary to the Upper 
Clark Fork watershed. It drains an area of 265,300 acres from the Boulder Mountains north of Butte and west of Helena.<br/><br/>

The area around the cabin offers a variety of landscapes, from river banks to subalpine terrain. Valley bottoms, dense forests, meadows and barren ridges are mixed 
with streams, rivers, and lakes.<br/><br/> 

Wildlife in the area abounds. Elk, deer, squirrels and a variety of birds are commonly seen. The more elusive badger, wolverine, mountain lion and lynx find habitat 
in nearby areas as well.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Plenty of historic mines are scattered throughout the area, including Charter Oak Mine and the Mill and the Monarch Mine.

KADING CABIN

Kading Cabin

## Overview

Lost Horse Cabin is located 35 miles west of Helena, Montana, on public land
managed by the Helena Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National
Forest. The cabin was acquired by the Forest Service in 2017 and is a rustic
retreat for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in west-central Montana.
The cabin is typically accessible by car; however, heavy amounts of snow in
winter can close the last 2 miles of the road to vehicles. Access to the cabin
once the snow sets in is via a 2-mile stretch of road passable by snowmobile,
snowshoe, skis or dog sled. Guests must be prepared to pack in their own
supplies.

## Recreation

Hiking, hunting, photography, and exploration are all great recreational
activities in this area. There is an extensive road system not far from the
cabin area (to the south and east) where many people use trucks or ride off-
highway vehicles in the summer and fall to see the general area and old mining
relics. As the crow flies, the cabin is just four miles east of the
Continental Divide. The area to the west and north is sparsely roaded and
offers an off-trail, remote experience.

## Facilities

Hiking, hunting, photography, and exploration are all great recreational
activities in this area. There is an extensive road system not far from the
cabin area (to the south and east) where many people use trucks or ride off-
highway vehicles in the summer and fall to see the general area and old mining
relics. As the crow flies, the cabin is just four miles east of the
Continental Divide. The area to the west and north is sparsely roaded and
offers an off-trail, remote experience.

## Natural Features

The cabin sits along a small intermittent creek at an elevation of 5,200 feet
in the Divide Mountains. The region boasts a coniferous forest with mixed fir
and pine trees. The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest offers many streams
and fishing opportunities. Native wildlife includes black and grizzly bears,
mule-deer and white-tailed deer, elk, and mountain lions. The area also hosts
many upland bird species.

## Nearby Attractions

This is a remote cabin and most attractions in this area are based around
outdoor activities.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Lost Horse Cabin is located 35 miles west of Helena, Montana, on public land managed by the Helena Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. The cabin was acquired by the Forest Service in 2017 and is a rustic retreat for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in west-central Montana. The cabin is typically accessible by car; however, heavy amounts of snow in winter can close the last 2 miles of the road to vehicles. Access to the cabin once the snow sets in is via a 2-mile stretch of road passable by snowmobile, snowshoe, skis or dog sled. Guests must be prepared to pack in their own supplies.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Hiking, hunting, photography, and exploration are all great recreational activities in this area. There is an extensive road system not far from the cabin area (to the south and east) where many people use trucks or ride off-highway vehicles in the summer and fall to see the general area and old mining relics. As the crow flies, the cabin is just four miles east of the Continental Divide. The area to the west and north is sparsely roaded and offers an off-trail, remote experience. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Hiking, hunting, photography, and exploration are all great recreational activities in this area. There is an extensive road system not far from the cabin area (to the south and east) where many people use trucks or ride off-highway vehicles in the summer and fall to see the general area and old mining relics. As the crow flies, the cabin is just four miles east of the Continental Divide. The area to the west and north is sparsely roaded and offers an off-trail, remote experience. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The cabin sits along a small intermittent creek at an elevation of 5,200 feet in the Divide Mountains. The region boasts a coniferous forest with mixed fir and pine trees. The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest offers many streams and fishing opportunities. Native wildlife includes black and grizzly bears, mule-deer and white-tailed deer, elk, and mountain lions. The area also hosts many upland bird species.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>This is a remote cabin and most attractions in this area are based around outdoor activities.</p>

Interior view of Lost Horse cabin

View of the front of Lost Horse cabin, Helena Ranger District.

Front view of Lost Horse cabin.

Map of general vicinity to show nearby private lands (white) within the boundary of the Helena Ranger District (green) near the Lost Horse cabin (blue x). Respect private property and it is your responsibility to know whether you are on public or private lands.

Map of general vicinity to show nearby private lands.

View of the interior of Lost Horse cabin.

Interior of Lost Horse cabin.

View of the green gate leading to Lost Horse cabin. The combination is the same as the cabin. Lock the gate behind you when entering. Cabin is 0.3 miles ahead.

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Moose Creek Cabin

Kading Cabin

Lost Horse Cabin