Swan Guard Station
- 1
- sites
- from $70
- fee
- May–Oct
- best months
Caution today
Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good · USFS, OpenWeather · checked 3 h ago
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Alert in the area
The Forest Service lists 5 alerts for Flathead National Forest.
Camp Creek Fire Updated Trail Closure
Agency alert covering Flathead National Forest · Order 01-10- · USFS · Flathead National Forest
FK&L Area Closed to Public Access Starting July 22, 2026
Agency alert covering Flathead National Forest · Order 01-10- · USFS · Flathead National Forest
Trail 800 Tally-Ashely Closure
Agency alert covering Flathead National Forest · Order 01-10- · USFS · Flathead National Forest
Ryan Creek Occupancy and Use Order
Agency alert covering Flathead National Forest · Order 1-10- · USFS · Flathead National Forest
Logan Creek Hoke Creek Closure
Agency alert covering Flathead National Forest · Order 01-10- · USFS · Flathead National Forest
As of · Source: USFS · Flathead National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
- 1 site for cabin campingReservable on Recreation.gov
- At 3,079 ft
- Near Swan LakeSwan Lake Ranger District · Flathead National Forest
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.
Local outfitters
- Eagle Nest RV Resort20 mi away
- Polson Motorcoach Resort22 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
Best time to go · May–Oct
Best time to visit Swan Guard Station
Best months: May–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
31° / 18°
Feb
36° / 18°
Mar
45° / 26°
Apr
54° / 31°
May
64° / 38°
Jun
71° / 44°
Jul
82° / 48°
Aug
82° / 46°
Sep
70° / 39°
Oct
55° / 32°
Nov
39° / 25°
Dec
30° / 20°
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Swan Lake, MT, 0.5 mi away at 3,100 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
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