Can you reserve a site at High Rye Cabin?

Yes, High Rye Cabin is reservable through Recreation.gov.

High Rye Cabin, Montana — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

High Rye Cabin is a quaint place to stay, ideally situated for exploring the northern Fleecer Mountains. An abundance of recreational activities are available in this scenic area.

The cabin was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps around 1919 and is located in the historic mining district of German Gulch. It was used as an administrative site until the 1940s, when it was opened to the public.

The cabin can be accessed by vehicle; however, during the fall, alternative resources may be required to reach the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

Fishing and big game hunting are popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the area. Nearby mountain creeks and streams provide opportunities for bait and fly fishing. Proper licensing is required to fish or hunt in Montana.

There is a variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails that are easily accessed from the cabin into the surrounding forest. Off-road vehicles and motorcycles are also allowed in the area, but must be properly permitted and licensed to be on trails and roads.

Facilities

The 2-room cabin is equipped with bunk beds that can sleep up to 4 people. A table with chairs and a wood stove are also provided. Cooking can be done on the flat stovetop. Basic cooking and eating utensils are provided, as well as minimal cleaning equipment.

Firewood is sometimes available, but it is not guaranteed. An axe is provided. An outhouse with a vault toilet is located outside the cabin. A corral is available for horses. Weed-free certified hay is required.

Electricity and potable water are not available at the cabin. Guests will need to bring their own water for drinking, cooking and cleaning purposes. Water can also be taken from the nearby creek, but it must be treated prior to using for drinking or cooking.

Guests should bring bedding, pillows, lanterns or flashlights, matches, food, soap, towels and other necessities. Guests are required to take out all garbage and must bring their own garbage bags. The cabin must also be cleaned prior to leaving.

Please remember that High Rye Cabin is considered a recreational area and shooting is not permitted around the cabin.

Check out time is 11am, check in time is 2pm.

Natural Features

The cabin is situated in an evergreen forest in the northern Fleecer Mountains. This area features wildlife-rich highlands and wetlands. Alpine creeks and streams offer ideal habitat for a variety of fish.

The region is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, mule deer, moose, black bear, coyotes, wolves, and a variety of birds and small mammals (learn more about bear safety). The Fleecers provide a year-round range for elk and deer, and large populations winter on the nearby Fleecer Mountain or on sagebrush slopes in the southeast portion of the landscape.

The facts

Season: May 16 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
1 bookable site
Up to 4 people per site
Loops: AREA HIGH RYE CABIN

Site types

1 Cabin Nonelectric

Amenities

Shade

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, pets allowed.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at High Rye Cabin

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	AREA HIGH RYE CABIN	Cabin Nonelectric	—	—	—	4

Getting there

From Butte, travel west on Interstate 90 for about 12 miles, to exit 211. Continue about 3 miles south on Highway 441. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 82 and travel 4 miles south to the cabin. Maps may be purchased by calling the Butte Ranger District.

45.99442, -112.82363 · 45°59'39.9"N 112°49'25.1"W

Directions (Google Maps) · Directions (Apple Maps)

Typical weather

Typically 83°F in Jul, down to 34°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	37	39	48	55	64	73	83	82	72	57	43	34
Low °F	16	16	23	28	36	43	49	47	40	31	21	15
Precip in	0.6	1.0	1.1	1.5	2.1	2.2	1.3	1.2	1.1	1.0	1.0	0.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Fees and stay limits

The non-refundable reservation fee is $20 per night. Any changes in the scheduled dates may be assessed an additional fee by the National Recreation Reservation Service.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about High Rye Cabin

Can you reserve a site at High Rye Cabin?: Yes, High Rye Cabin is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does High Rye Cabin have?: 1 site.

Also listed by

High Rye Cabin also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by High Rye Cabin's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

There is a $20 per night fee for this cabin.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near High Rye Cabin

Fleecer Station 10.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Freedom Point Picnic Area 20.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Spring Hill Campground 20.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Beaverdam Campground and Picnic Area 7.9 mi · Campground
Butte-Jefferson Ranger Districts 8.6 mi · Facility
Fleecer Cabin 10.6 mi · Campground
Jerry Creek Br Fish Access 15.1 mi · Facility
East Bank Rec Site 15.5 mi · Facility
Basin Canyon Campground and Picnic Area 16.4 mi · Campground
Divide Bridge Campground 16.8 mi · Campground
Seymour Creek Campground 17.6 mi · Campground
Lowland Campground and Picnic Area 18.1 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 406-494-2147
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

High Rye Cabin