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High Rye Cabin

10 mi northwest of Butte-Silver Bow (balance), MT · Verizon 4G

Federal campgroundtype
Reservablebooking
Jun–Sepbest months

About High Rye Cabin

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. 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…

  • Fees: The non-refundable reservation fee is $20 per night. Any changes in the scheduled dates may be assessed an additional fee by the National…
  • Season: May 16
  • Managed by: Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, FS
  • Where: 10 mi northwest of Butte-Silver Bow (balance), MT · 45.99442, -112.82363

Things to do:

FishingHikingHorseback ridingBikingOff-road (OHV)Wildlife & birdingHuntingHistory & culture

Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)

Weather by month

32°
16°Jan
34°
16°Feb
42°
22°Mar
49°
28°Apr
59°
36°May
67°
42°Jun
78°
48°Jul
77°
46°Aug
67°
39°Sep
52°
30°Oct
39°
20°Nov
30°
15°Dec

Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jun–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Oct–Apr.

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Good to know

Cell signal

Verizon 4G

From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.
Night sky: Truly dark

The Milky Way shows rich detail, horizon to horizon.

Class 2 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.

Stargazing nearby: Montana Learning Center Observatory (Observatory), 57 mi.

RV essentials

Dump station: 9.7 mi
Propane: 14.1 mi

Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.

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