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Recreation Region: Superior Area

Savenac West Cottage

The Savenac West Cottage is one several rentals located at the Historic Savenac Tree Nursery. This historic tree nursery was founded in 1907 as a Forest Service tree nursery. Nursery operations concluded in 1969.

The Savenac compound includes a visitor center that is operated from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Located on the compound are memorials, and interpretive trails with plenty of room to roam.

Beautiful Savenac Creek runs through the compound. In winter, groomed snowmobile trails are available and opportunities abound for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Current Conditions
Will be closed June 1, 2025, to October 1, 2025, for facility upgrades

General Information

Savenac West Cottage has an electric range, microwave oven, assorted cooking utensils and service for 5 people, refrigerator, and sleeping facilities include 2 bedrooms. One room has a queen size bed, the other has two twin beds. The living room has a hide-a-bed that can be used for sleeping. Visitors need to bring bedding. Lookout Pass ski hill is located 10 miles west on Interstate 90. The world class "Route of the Hiawatha" is located 7 miles to the west for pristine mountain biking. Numerous mountain streams, the St. Regis River, hiking trails and alpine lakes are available for recreational activities within just a few minutes of Savenac. The road at the compound is plowed in winter. Bike rentals are available at Lookout Pass. View our brochure "Savenac Historic Tree Nursery."

January 1 - December 31

No smoking in building. Pets must be on leash in the main compound and not allowed in building. Bear Safety and Food Storage Requirements Information

Overnight Use:
$80 per night

$40* per night. *Rental Fee increases April 1, 2021 to $80 per night. Visit Recreation.gov to make reservations.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 47.385695

Longitude: -115.395818

Directions

The Savenac compound is located 90 miles west of Missoula, Montana on Interstate 90. Take Haugan exit #16. Compound is well signed and entrance is visible.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated June 3rd, 2025