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Moose Creek Cabin

46.5251° N / 112.2547° W · Data Nov 2 2026, checked hourly
Next open date Nov 4Next open weekend Dec 45 detected openings this week1 monitored site

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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233151

When Moose Creek Cabin reopens

Moose Creek Cabin's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 7 days
5
Openings · last 30 days
9
Openings · last 90 days
13

Only 13 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.

02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 1 monitored site

Of the 183 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 131 open for online reservation · 50 reserved · 2 closed.

Where the open windows are

28.4% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 131 of 183 remain open; here is where they are.

Load status

Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027
Not open online28.4%
Open site-nights131 / 183
Reserved (of online inventory)50 / 181
Weekday openings86
Weekend openings45

Of the open cabin-nights on mapped sites, 86 fall on weekdays and 45 on weekends (Fri–Sun).

Open dates by month

Nov 2026 – May 2027
0102030401124152129283NOVDECJANFEBMARAPRMAYSOLID = OPEN SITE-NIGHTS · DASHED OUTLINE = TOTAL BOOKABLE

March holds the most room. 29 of 31 site-nights are still open there.

Holiday windows

Sites open per night · of 1 cabin
WindowNightSites openStatus
ThanksgivingTHU Nov 260None open
FRI Nov 270None open
SAT Nov 280None open
ChristmasTHU Dec 241Open
FRI Dec 251Open
New YearTHU Dec 310None open
FRI Jan 10None open
Memorial DayFRI May 280None open
SAT May 290None open
SUN May 300None open
MON May 310None open

Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night. Christmas: 1 cabin is available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: no online availability on any tracked night. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.

Availability

Most open cabin-nights · tracked window
CabinOpen cabin-nights
CB1  131

This cabin currently has 131 cabin-nights available.

Next windows

As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshot
Next open dateWed · Nov 4
Next open weekendFri · Dec 4

The next bookable night is Nov 4; the first open weekend starts Dec 4. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.

Stays and site detail

131 open cabin-nights across 1 cabin at Moose Creek Cabin, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.

Multi-night stays. 15 2-night, 12 3-night, 6 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 4 at site CB1.

All 1 cabin with current availability
CabinMax RVHookupsOpen cabin-nightsLongest runDates
CB1Not recordedNone13133 nightsNov 4, Nov 5, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 23, Nov 24, Nov 29, Nov 30, Dec 1 +119 more

About Moose Creek Cabin

Overview

Moose Creek Cabin is situated in an grassy clearing surrounded by conifer forest in the Tenmile Creek drainage west of Helena, Montana. The cabin was constructed in 1907 and used by the Forest Service during the early history of the agency. It has served as a Forest Service Ranger Station, guard station, and work center for the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Today, the cabin is a rustic retreat for guests seeking relaxation and recreation. The cabin is accessible by car, but guests should park on the adjacent road and cross a footbridge to get to the cabin. Many amenities are offered at the cabin, so guests only need to bring a few of their own supplies.

Recreation

Hikers and backpackers can access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail from trails found near the cabin. This is a non-motorized trail with spectacular views and a variety of terrain, open to mountain bikers, stock users, backpackers and day hikers. The trail transitions through thick forest to above tree line and offers spectacular views both east and west of the Continental Divide.

Moose Creek is a stream located just 11.4 miles from Helena. The creek supports a variety of fish, including redear sunfish, rainbow trout and brook trout. Whether spinning, fly fishing or baitcasting, chances of getting a bite here are good.

Winter play includes cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.

Facilities

Moose Creek Cabin has electricity and is designed for up to 4 guests. One bedroom is furnished with a queen size bed and the other with 2 twin beds, all with mattresses. The kitchen is equipped with a table and chairs, dishes, utensils, cookware and propane cook stove, that include a stove and lights. The living room has a wood fireplace and this is the only source of heat. An outhouse with vault toilet is located on-site. A picnic table and campfire ring offer comfortable outdoor dining. Firewood for indoor wood stove is provided September 1 through May 31. There is no water on site, so guests must bring a sufficient supply for drinking, cooking and washing. Guests should bring their own sleeping bags, lanterns or flashlights, towels, dish soap, matches, toilet paper and garbage bags. All garbage must be packed out, and guests are expected to clean the cabin before leaving. No firewood provided from June 1st - August 31.

Natural Features

The area around the cabin offers a variety of landscapes, from river banks to subalpine terrain. Valley bottoms, dense forests, meadows and barren ridges are mixed with streams, rivers, and lakes.

Wildlife in the area abounds. Elk, deer, squirrels and a variety of birds are commonly seen. The more elusive badger, mountain lion and lynx find habitat in nearby areas as well.

1 monitored cabinNo hookups1 shadedPets OKMax party 4

Getting there

From Helena, take U.S. Highway 12, and travel west for 7 miles to Rimini county road. From this intersection, take Rimini Road to the south approximately 4 miles to the cabin. It is located on the east side of the road just past the entrance to Moose Creek Campground. Parking is available to the north of the cabin. A footbridge across Moose Creek provides access from the parking area to the cabin. Vehicles are not allowed within the fenced area. Please make sure you park well off the road.

2880 Skyway Drive, Helena, MT 59602406-449-5201
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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Moose Creek Cabin?

Reservations for Moose Creek Cabin are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 131 of 183 tracked site-nights are open (71.6%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 13 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.

Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?

No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.

How current is this availability data?

Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 17:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.

How often do new openings appear at Moose Creek Cabin?

Campsite Sniper detected 5 site-date openings at Moose Creek Cabin in the last 7 days, 9 over 30 days and 13 over the last 90.

Can I get a multi-night stay at Moose Creek Cabin?

12 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Nov 15 at site CB1. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.

Which month has the most availability at Moose Creek Cabin?

March 2027, with 29 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 31.

When is the next open date at Moose Creek Cabin?

As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Wed, Nov 4 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Dec 4. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.

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