Swan Guard Station

Swan Lake, Montana

Montana

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  • Inside Flathead National Forest

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  • No access route mapped

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Oct 10 – Oct 17
7 nights

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About this campground

Overview Swan Guard Station is located next to beautiful Swan Lake, in northwestern Montana, where visitors enjoy all kinds of recreation. The fully restored historic cabin can accommodate up to eight people and offers somewhat modern amenities and plenty of space. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. Recreation In addition to wildlife viewing, hiking and mountain biking trail access is nearby at Bond Creek Trailhead. Cross country skiing and snowshoeing are popular activities enjoyed by visitors during the winter. The cabin is located just south of the town of Swan Lake, which offers opportunities for fishing, motor boating, non-motor boating, swimming and picnicking. Facilities The accessible cabin has beds and mattresses to accommodate up to eight people. It offers electricity, but no indoor plumbing. A propane heater provides heat in the living room. A kitchen provides a refrigerator, sink, cooking range, and oven. It has ample cupboard space, as well as preparation and serving surfaces. A vault toilet and a hand-pump water system are available outside the cabin. Guests will need to bring bedding, food, flashlights, a first aid kit and other necessary camping gear. The cabin will need to be cleaned and all trash carried out before leaving. Click here for more cabin details. Natural Features The cabin is the oldest building in the Flathead National Forest. It was constructed in 1909 as a remote ranger station and has since been fully restored and reconstructed. It is located at the south end of Swan Lake, near the village of Swan Lake. The nearby Swan River Wildlife Refuge provides abundant bird and wildlife viewing opportunities. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (406) 837-7500.

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Sites
1
Site types
Cabin
Reservable
Yes
Fire ringsVault toilets
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Forest Service

Source: USFS EDW boundaries; USGS PAD-US 4.1

Conditions

Active alerts for Flathead National Forest as of Oct 9, 2026:

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Eagle Nest RV Resort

Camping business nearby (~20 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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Polson Motorcoach Resort

Camping business nearby (~22 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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Wild Horse RV Resort

Camping business nearby (~23 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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