Wood's Cabin

We invite you to enjoy a recreational experience at the historic Woods Cabin located on the north shore of Lake Como. Large windows and deck offer an excellent view overlooking the lake and near-by scenic mountain peaks. To the west of the cabin, a short walk will take you to a trailhead that begins the seven-mile loop trail around Lake Como. You may see osprey, bald eagles, deer, moose, elk or bear. To the east of the cabin, a short walk will take you to a popular sandy beach and swimming area. On the south side of Lake Como there is a boat ramp and parking for trailers. The cabin was built in 1928 and provides "rustic" accommodations. There is a vault toilet located nearby and even though there is no electricity there are propane lamps in the cabin. It has three bedrooms, a kitchen and dining room, and a large living room that is conducive to group meetings. The overnight limit is 15 people. Parking at the cabin is restricted to 2 vehicles. Extra vehicles can park in the upper parking lot above the cabin. Four exempt vehicle day use passes are available for people staying in the cabin.

The cabin has two new wood stoves and the wood shed will be stocked with firewood. During the winter months, the road from the main Lake Como road to the Cabin is not plowed, so people may have to park at the boat launch and walk across the dam to reach the cabin. There will be no drinking water available. Lake Como is a beautiful setting in the winter time and is popular with cross-country skiers, snowshoers, and ice fishermen. There are groomed cross country ski trails on the south side of lake, taking off from the boat launch.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Reserve by visiting Recreation.gov.
Reservations:	Reserve a site by visiting Recreation.gov or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777).
Fees:	$100 per night peak season (May 1 - Sept. 30) or $60 per night off season (Oct. 1 - April 30). Fee includes 4 exempt passes for day use. Pass must be displayed in vehicles while accessing other parts of the recreation area.
Open Season:	May
Usage:	Heavy
Restrictions:	Maximum stay limit of 4 days.
Closest Towns:	Darby, MT
Water:	Potable Water
Restroom:	Vault toilet
Operated By:	Forest Service

General Information

Directions:

From Darby, MT travel north for 4 miles on Highway 93. Turn west (left) onto Lake Como Rd. Follow for 3 miles turn north (right) to remain on Lake Como RD, follow for 0.7 miles and turn left and then an immediate right towards beach area. Continue past the swimming area parking lot to the third parking area. A gate on the west side of this parking area secures the driveway into both the Wood's Cabin and the adjacent privately permitted Hiker's Cabin. Take the left-hand fork to the Wood's Cabin. The combination lock on the gate is changed regularly and renters will need to call the Darby Ranger Station one week prior to reservations for current combinations.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Cabin Rentals

Woods Cabin offers a unique chance to camp in the forest in a rustic old-time setting, while enjoying all the activities that come from being on the shore of Lake Como.

Maximum Number of People	Accommodates 15 people at $60 per night.
Difficulty Level:	Easy

Lake and Pond Fishing

Viewing Wildlife

Viewing Plants

Viewing Scenery

Picnicking

Boating - Motorized

Lake Como Boat Launch Site, located within the Lake Como Recreation Area. Provides parking for vehicles and boat trailers. A new dock in 2010 now allows boat launching from both sides of the dock.

Boating - Non-Motorized

Lake Como Boat Launch Site, located within the Lake Como Recreation Area. Provides parking for vehicles and boat trailers. A new dock in 2010 now allows boat launching from both sides of the dock. .

Swimming

Waterskiing

Lake Como Boat Launch Site, located within the Lake Como Recreation Area. Provides parking for boat trailers. A new dock in 2010 now allows boat launching from both sides of the dock.