This former Forest Service guard station sits at 6,250 feet where forest meets open meadows in Montana's backcountry. The rental cabin sleeps up to four in two bedrooms and comes with a full kitchen, bathroom with flush toilet and shower, and electric hookups. A small three-site campground sits adjacent to the cabin.
Primary offering is a rental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station; the guard station is adjacent to a small three-site Burgdorf Campground.
Weather and SeasonsBest season: summer. Summer offers the most reliable access and the best hiking weather — expect warm, sunny days in the upper 60s to mid-80s°F (around 65–85°F) with crisp nights dropping into the 30s–50s°F. Trails radiating from the guard station (Nethker Creek #143, Jeanette Creek #140 and others) are fully snow-free, wildflower meadows are at their peak, and the nearby Burgdorf Hot Springs is an easy warm-up or soak after long days. Visitor levels rise in July–August (especially around the hot springs), but the 6
Peak months: July, August, September, June
Avoid: December, January, February
Elevation6250 ft above sea level
Natural Features and SceneryDense forest surrounds the station on one side while open meadows stretch out on the other. The elevation creates distinct transitions between forested slopes and clearings. Trails leave directly from the property, including Nethker Creek Trail #143 and Jeanette Creek Trail #140, though total trail mileage and destinations aren't specified in the available data.
Lodging & AccommodationsRental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station with a living room, two bedrooms (each with a queen bed), a kitchen, and a full bathroom. The cabin has solar-powered lights, a wood-burning stove, limited kitchen utensils provided, and was fully renovated in 2024.