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Backcountry Camp Rental

Hike the Bob Marshall with the luxury of a fully equipped base camp

Trip Details

Trip Date:

07/09/2026 – 09/04/2026

Trip Type:

Combination

Distance:

22mi

Rating:

Level 3 – Moderately Difficult
ℹ Learn more about our rating system

Pricing:

See options under trip information.

Availablity:

Available

Apply for this Trip:

Online Reservation
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Highlights

  • Basecamp amenities
  • Custom adventure
  • High mountain meadows
  • Peak Climbing
  • Wildflower

Description

Explore the Bob Marshall Wilderness at your own pace and rent our Circus Creek Base Camp. Our base camp is located along the beautiful South Fork of Birch Creek. The hike in and out (11 miles each direction) is equally as stunning with plenty of water features and breathtaking views.  The camp itself is the perfect jumping off point for unforgettable day hikes to impressive peaks, large mountain meadows, and hidden grottos. It’s also a relaxing location to read a book next to the creek or sit beneath the cottonwoods and learn about the natural history of the area.  At the end of the day, you get to return to a base camp complete with a wall tent, cook stove, cooking utensils, cots and more – a home away from home.

We have several camp rental choices that include everything from the basic self-supported rental to a food and guide provided option.

Rental Options Description Price
Basic camp rental Self-supported. You hike a pared down backpack in and out with sleeping bag, personal items, and food. $275/night for 4 people. Each additional person is $75/night.
Camp rental with stock support We will pack your gear in and out of camp. This includes three pack animals. Additional animals can be provided for a fee. $4,125 for 5 day/4 night stay for 4 people.
Food We can provide food with instructions so you don’t have to worry about this detail. *Stock support mandatory $60/person/day. 4 person minimum.
Guide(s) We can provide guide(s) and a cook for your trip. Contact us for more information.

 

 

Participants will be given a camp info packet, and all camp procedures must be followed.  Drop camp parties must also supply their own satellite communication device and be able to navigate the backcountry themselves.

Please call or email for more details.
(406) 461-2114 or (406) 403-1902
[email protected]


TRIP CANCELLATION POLICY

Deposits are required at booking and are non-refundable. Trip balances are due by May 15 for summer trips and August 1 for fall trips unless otherwise specified. The balances are non-refundable after these due dates. We only give complete refunds in the event that you do not successfully draw a tag. Other than a non-successful draw, we do not give refunds for any reason. This includes but is not limited to: route changes due to wildfires, smoke, floods, trail conditions, a non-harvest hunt, or unprecedented weather events. We do not give refunds if personal health inhibits you from participating on a trip including exposure to an airborne virus or illness. Because of this, we STRONGLY recommend purchasing trip insurance.
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Trip Rating Definitions

Level 1 (Easy) 5-8 Miles • Up to 800 ft.
Relaxed travel days on gentle terrain. If it gets hilly, there’s many opportunities to pause and enjoy the scenery while still providing for ample time to unwind in camp.
Level 2 (Moderate) 6-10 miles • Up to 1,500 ft
A steady, enjoyable pace with moderate climbs and comfortable mileage. This option also allows for plenty of camp time.
Level 3 (Moderately difficult) 8-12 miles • Up to 2,000 ft
Invigorating days in the mountains with sustained climbs and longer distances. Short portions of the route may be off trail. You’ll feel accomplished at camp after a full day on the trail.
Level 4 (Difficult) 10-12 miles • 2,500 ft +
Challenging and rewarding big climbs and long distances. Off-trail hiking and route finding with short portions of limited exposure possible. This trip is about the journey.
Level 5 (Strenous) 9-15 miles • 2,500 ft +
Push yourself! Epic peaks, route finding, frequent off-trail hiking with areas of exposure and route finding. Expect full days in mother nature.
*Please note these descriptions are used for travel days only and are our attempt to provide a rating for the overall trip difficulty. On layover days we will offer optional hiking opportunities that may not be in keeping with the rest of the trip difficulty rating.
Additionally, changes in elevation are meant to represent the days’ starting and ending elevations, but not necessarily the total elevation lost and gained throughout the course of the day. If you have questions or concerns regarding trip difficulty and your abilities, please contact us.