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Recreation Region: Bozeman Ranger District

Battle Ridge Cabin

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Battle Ridge Cabin is a rustic dwelling located north of Bozeman, in southwestern Montana. The cabin was built in 1938 and is open year-round. It can be reached by vehicle in the summer, but guests visiting during winter must hike or ski a quarter-mile from the highway to reach the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

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General Information

  • Location: 20 mi. NE of Bozeman, MT
  • Maximum number of people: 4

Battle Ridge Cabin is wheelchair accessible and has a capacity of up to four to five people. Wood stove for heating, no electricity, spring 500 ft behind cabin but the water should be treated or boiled prior to consumption.

 

Facilities

Battle Ridge Cabin is wheelchair accessible and has a capacity of up to four to five people. Two sets of bunk beds with mattresses and one cot are provided. A wood cook stove, propane lantern, table and chairs are also provided. A vault toilet is located in an outhouse nearby. A campfire ring is just outside the cabin. No electricity or running water is provided. A spring is located about 500 yards away, but the water should be treated or boiled prior to consumption. Guests need to bring garbage bags to pack out their trash, and they are expected to clean the cabin before leaving. Items such as bedding, dishes, dish soap, dish towels, lanterns or flashlights, extra toilet paper, extra propane and first aid supplies are not available.

Recreation

This is a popular destination in winter for cross-country skiers and snowshoers. Hikers can find nearby trails. Hunting is a popular activity in the area. This is also an ideal spot for birding and watching other wildlife species.

Open 24 hours/day

Overnight Use: $65/night.
*Sites may be reservable and reservation fees apply.*

$65.00

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 45.87437

Longitude: -110.89178

Directions

Travel approximately 1 mile south of the Battle Ridge Campground in the Bridger Mountains. Travel on Highway 86 (about 18 miles from Bozeman) to the "Y" intersection. Follow the main road to the left, go 1 mile north, take second left to cabin.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated June 2nd, 2025