Discover the best cabin rentals in Montana with wildlife watching

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12 top cabins sites in Montana with wildlife watching

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Yellowstone City Guest Ranch

4 sites · Lodging, RVs80 acres · Pray, MT

This is a wild property bordered by public land. No electricity, no plumbing. Just an exceptional piece of land, with a cold rushing creek to beat the heat, meadows with butterflies and flowers, privacy, and great views of the valley and surrounding mountains. We have three cabins spread across the lot. Enjoy the smell of fresh milled wood and the sounds of the nearby creek. The cabins are spread far enough apart to offer privacy to each party, but know that you may still see other travelers on the land during your stay. In addition to the cabins, enjoy the outdoor picnic and dining area, an outdoor gas stove, and a gas-powered fire pit. Outhouse with bucket toilet + cedar chips + bucket liners. Please pack it in, pack it out.

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Jammin Jackalope Camping

22 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents4 acres · Livingston, MT

Welcome to Jammin Jackalope Camping, nestled in the heart of nature! Whether you prefer tent camping, van or truck camping, or staying in cabins or tipis, we have the perfect accommodation for your outdoor adventure. Located in a picturesque setting, our property boasts a small intermittant creek that meanders through the land, creating a serene atmosphere. With half of the property covered in an enchanting forest, you'll feel connected to the natural beauty that surrounds you. For music lovers, Pine Creek Lodge, a renowned music venue, sits adjacent to our property. Enjoy the lively tunes from the lodge while relishing in the tranquil ambiance of our camping grounds. While campfires are not permitted, you can still enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends, as our property is pet-friendly. Additionally, we provide potable water, flush toilets, and sweet showers. One vehicle is included in your nightly rate. Additional vehicles and boat parking are $20 each and can be added online as an "extra guest." We are conveniently situated 45 miles from the North entrance of Yellowstone National Park and 12 miles from the quaint town of Livingston. If you're craving a city escape, the vibrant town of Bozeman is just 40 minutes away, offering a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Embrace the call of the wild as you hike, fish, and commune with nature. The opportunities to connect with the great outdoors are endless, making your stay with us an unforgettable experience. Book your stay now and embark on a remarkable adventure in the heart of nature!

North Fork Cabin

5 sites · Lodging45 acres · Gardiner, MT

This property was occupied and homesteaded in 1932 by Lloyd's Dad, Vern who began the outfitting business and raised his family here

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Bull Lake Mountaintop Retreat

2 sites · Lodging, Tents10 acres · Noxon, MT

Located in Northwestern Montana’s spectacular Bull Lake and Cabinet Mountain range. Come and enjoy this natural wonder!

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Wildiron Bigfork

15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · MT

We live on 10 acres of mixed forest and field. In the summer we have an active blacksmithing school and flower farm here. The idea of a sustainable, self reliant lifestyle has always been part of our life and passing it down to others is a joy for us. We sustainably manage our food and forest to be the best stewards we can for our environment and our neighbors. Our Cabin and structures were built primarily of materials that were recycled or milled on site. which makes them warm and inviting. The Cabin is located close to our shop which houses an active blacksmithing school in the summer months where the rest of the structures are separate and in an area tucked away on the edge of the woods.Jeffrey and Betsy work to make your stay as welcoming as possible. We maintain a small orchard of fruit trees, a garden which feeds us year round and a small flower farm on the property. Avid skiers, bikers, paddlers and hikers, offering the property for others to enjoy was a conscious decision made when planning all of our infrastructure. Come and enjoy all the beautiful Flathead Valley has to offer.

Montana Country & Stone Barns

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Great Falls, MT

Our 100 year old stone barns are on 20 acres just a few miles from Great Falls. Next to us is an alfalfa field with a great view of our maple tree and cottonwoods. Our home is nestled in trees with a patio deck for a picnic or drink.

A Place of Tranquility

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents32 acres · Thompson Falls, MT

Whether you’re seeking adventure or solitude, you’ll find it here in Big Sky Country. From the jagged Rocky Mountains to the expansive Great Plains. Green Acres Ranch is home to some of the most beautiful wildlife in the country. The town of Thompson Falls is filled with friendly residents, affordable eatery’s and unique trinket shopping. It's a 20-minute walk or 10-minute bike ride to the famous High Bridge that takes you to the island into town, along with swimming and fishing. Need some space. You’ll find it on our green fields of 10 acres, or 5 acres of forest. Inviting the wild turkeys, geese, elk, eagles and deer. Views are filled with panoramic serene mountains and majestic blue skies. Portable toilets will not be available until the beginning of May and we've got The Best Drinking Water. ~Thank You~

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The Sanctuary

63 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents300 acres · Superior, MT

YIPPIE-KI-YAY WINTER IS OVER AND WE ARE OPEN WITH FULL SERVICES!! IT'S IN THE 70°S, 80°S, 90'S DURING THE DAY! Welcome Patriots of America and Canada! At the sanctuary you will find like-minded people that love our countries and love the outdoors! Remember you are in Montana, "while in Rome be a Roman", thus when in Montana be a Montanan! We love our land and we love our wild animals please respect both! We are a multipurpose off-grid campground. We have designated camping spots like all other commercial campgrounds, but we also have cabin rentals, we have multiple sized group campgrounds, we have bike camp for bicycles and motorcycles, we have off the grid wolf camps, and we have winter hunting camping. We offer restrooms and showers, we have an RV dump, we have steel safety fire pits, we have hiking trails with incredible views, we have ATV roads, and we have four wheel drive roads, we have volleyball and badminton courts. We also have the best views in all of Mineral County. Don't be fooled by other farmers and ranchers on hip camp that tell you to go over next to a swamp or a pond, or at riverbed and let your fend for yourself with no amenities and charge you more than we charge you. If you want to be pure off grid, we have our Wolf Camp Mountain, but at least you can come back to the main compound and get a shower and relax at the lodge. We are just 3 miles off of Interstate 90, exit 47, in the small town of Superior, Montana. We have 5 restaurants, 4 bars with 3 casinos. Darlows is a wonderful grocery store including full service deli, beer, wine, and liquor and five churches of different denominations. The Sanctuary is up the canyon mountain via Pardee Creek Road. We are backed up into 50K of USFS acreage! The Clark Fork River on edge of property provides boating, rafting, and fishing fun! Our property plus USFS property provides miles of hiking, ATV, horseback, motorcross roads and trails. There are three cabins to rent, 25 RV dry spaces, 4 Group areas, and can accommodate over 200 tents! Heat in the winter is wood stove. We have restrooms, showers, cooking facilities, and a lodge with satellite internet connection.

Cabins on Montana's Ocean

2 sites · Lodging1 acre · Woods Bay, MT

These are great sleeping cabins nestled in the trees, with easy access. They are just steps away from a large pebble beach on beautiful Flathead Lake. Flathead Lake is surrounded by Swan Range in the north, the Salish Mountains in the west and the Mission Mountains in the eastRelax on the beach chairs or bring your kayak and enjoy a great day on the Lake. Sit around the camp fire in the evening, and watch the sunset. The Lake delivers firewood daily. There are numerous other adventures waiting for you in the area. Drinking water is available, barbecue & grill on the beach, with power in the cabins, port-a-potty . Fun restaurants, bars & music are within walking distance.Flathead National Forest is just east of us. Enjoy hiking and amazing site seeing. For mountain biking you have Jewel Basin Road, Intermediate, 16.0 ; Legacy Bike Park, 5 ; Old Bigfork Canyon Road, Easiest, 4.0 ; Peters Ridge Trail #37. Bring your kayak, canoe, & paddle boat, or rent one near by. Glacier Park West entrance is only 48 miles away, where you can find climbing and hiking as well. We also have snow sports cover with Ski area Big Mtn &Whitefish Mtn 45miles, Nordic trails Junction Foothills and, Jewel Basin Rd, Bigfork, MT 59911.No pets allowed.

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Maggie’s Barn & Bunkhouse

1 site · Lodging11 acres · Bigfork, MT

The Mission Mountains Primitive Area is one of the last strongholds of the grizzly bear. Maggie's Bunkhouse is smack dab in the middle of the grizzly bear's last retreat here in the Flathead Forest and Jewel Basin. You can however rest easy, and sleep safely in our bunkhouse without fear of these majestic creatures.Learn more about this land:Come sleep in our cozy hayloft on 11 beautiful acres. The horses will be your neighbors below. We are 30 minutes from Glacier Park, and minutes to many trailheads and lakes. Amenities include 2 queen beds, a sitting area, basic kitchen and bathroom (primitive shower). Wake up to fresh fruit and muffins - You’ll love having your first cup of coffee looking out over the pasture or a glass of wine in the evening watching the sunset.

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Mossy Mountain Lodge Cabin

3 sites · Lodging8 acres · Bigfork, MT

Whether you want a cozy place to rest your head, a wooded retreat with plenty of outdoors activities on sight, or a quiet place to contemplate life, write a book, or restore your soul... Our relaxed atmosphere & serene woods settings surrounds you along with “every animal” passing through. The “Mossy Mountain” is, well, MOSSY! This comfortable little cabin is a great getaway for those just wanting to slow life down a bit. You can spend nights here while getting out during the day to enjoy many of the seasonal activities that abundantly surround us! The “Little Mossy”, is available year round and is cozy in all seasons! Outdoor fires, down hill & cross country skiing, dog sled adventures, “Christmas in the cabin” ,or just grab a sled & go down our driveway! Lots of local dining within minutes, This is a screened porch cabin set by the Mossy Mountain Lodge - the cabin is constructed from a 100+ year old barn that was repurposed - the cabin has a queen sized bed - has a cold water / grey water only sink with small fridge and electric cook top - has 2 outdoor sitting areas - the screen porch has theater seats for relaxing and enjoying a good book - the Swan River is accessible across the highway at the Kearney Rapids Boat Launch public access along with the Swan River nature trail that goes into Bigfork - the Jewel Basin hiking area is 6 miles away - Swan Lake is 5 miles away - Crane Mountain is 2 miles away -

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Buck’s Paradise

2 sites · Lodging15 acres · Seeley Lake, MT

Learn more about this land: This is a non-smoking, Family friendly dry cabin. Pets are allowed as long as you clean up after them and don't allow them on the furniture. We love our fur babies! Property is located just north of Seeley Lake Beach. Lots of room to ride bikes with trails accessible nearby. Access to Deer Creek as well. Owner will be on the property from time to time staying at their cabin, so you may see them here and there. Excellent property to set up folf nets or just enjoy the quiet scenery of deer and listen to the birds. We just ask that you keep the property clean and be respectful. Pack in pack out.

Nearby parks

Explore the area’s public lands.

Site A21 is one of the largest (non-electric) sites you'll find anywhere. It's right on the Flathead Lake, with westward views to incredible sunsets and an "AWWWW!"-inspiring panorama.

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Flathead Lake State Park - Big Arm Unit

Big Arm, Montana

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Bitterroot National Forest

Missouri Headwaters State Park

Three Forks, Montana

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Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

Wisdom, Montana

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Kootenai National Forest

Flathead National Forest

Swan Lake, Montana

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Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Alberton, Montana

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Helena National Forest

Helena Valley Northeast, Montana

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Cabins in Montana with wildlife watching guide

Overview

If you're looking for a unique way to experience Montana's wildlife while enjoying the comfort of a cabin, Hipcamp has over 128 options available for you. Options start as low as $45 and average around $85 per night. Top campsites include Primrose Meadows with 652 reviews, Shameless Oasis Lodging and Camping with 58 reviews, and A Place of Tranquility with 54 reviews. Popular amenities include toilets, potable water, and pet-friendly sites. In addition to wildlife-watching, popular activities include visiting historic sites, whitewater paddling, and climbing.