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Lupine Shelter
FSU.S. Forest Service — WISE RIVER · Montana · Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest |
| Location | WISE RIVER · Montana · Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest · 45.50222, -113.10111 · Map |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 group shelter nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 1 sites Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 8:00 AM · Out 10:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 406-832-3178 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Lupine Shelter is a picnicking facility open year-round, however it is most heavily visited during the winter, when it is used by snowmobilers as a warming hut. It is an excellent location to have a picnic or a family gathering any time of year. Recreation In winter, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing are popular activities in the snow-covered meadow surrounding the shelter.
During the spring, summer and fall, a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails can be found in the area. Facilities The day-use shelter boasts a beautiful large rock fireplace, lots of window and two tables with chairs inside. Guests are encouraged to clean up after themselves with the provided broom and dust pan.
Additional picnic tables are available outside the shelter. Accessible vault toilets are provided. No drinking water is available, nor is trash collection. Natural Features The shelter was built in the early 1990s, as a replica of a Civilian Conservation Corps-style building. It is situated in a grassy meadow surrounded by a forest of mature pine trees at an elevation of 7,600 feet.
In spring and early summer, vivid wildflowers color the meadow. A variety of birds and wildlife make their home in the area. Nearby Attractions The closest town is Wise River, Montana, which is about 25 miles north of the picnic area.
Directions, from the listing
From Wise River, Montana, take the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway approximately 25 miles south.
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Trip Card — Lupine Shelter
WISE RIVER · Montana · Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | WISE RIVER · Montana · Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234354 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.