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Float and Fish the North Fork at Red Meadow Lodge.

Float and Fish the North Fork at Red Meadow Lodge.

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The Lodge with the Livingstone Range (Glacier National Park) in the background
Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy morning Glacier Park views from the fire ring
Sunrise over the river
As you approach the Lodge, note the large deck shading the grilling porch
Our deck invites you to experience alpine glow, stars and Northern Lights

Overview of Float and Fish the North Fork at Red Meadow Lodge.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Polebridge, MT
  • Popular LocationGlacier National Park26 min drive
  • Popular LocationBowman Lake44 min drive
  • Popular LocationKintla Lake70 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

West bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Float and Fish the North Fork at Red Meadow Lodge.

For the 2024 season, owners, Frank and Sue, have updated Red Meadow Lodge with many improvements that guests will love!

Bring the friends and family! Load up your raft and fishing poles! Red Meadow Lodge offers space for larger family groups to enjoy a wilderness experience on the edge of Glacier Park. For groups with RVs, please send a message to Karina, our property manager, detailing your group situation for a custom price quote.

Located 5 miles north of the small community of Polebridge, the Lodge offers a unique glimpse of a life most of us have forgotten. It sleeps 6 adults comfortably in beds and there is a hid-a-bed sofa in the master suite. The over-sized sleeping porch provides the opportunity to bring your sleeping bag and sleep under the stars.

Rustic and spacious, the lodge was hand built over 40 years ago with local materials much of which came from the property. The Sue family felled trees and hand-milled them into lumber, they collected stone and developed the spring which provides gravity fed water to the property.

The Lodge features include solar power with generator back up. Propane powers some your lighting, hot water, refrigeration and cooking needs. Battery powered lights, flashlights and battery powered fans are also available.

Located on 15 acres bordering the North Fork River, Red Meadow Lodge sits close to the edge of the river's high bank, affording spectacular views of the NW corner of Glacier National Park and the Canadian Rockies. Bear, moose, wolf and deer frequent the area. Watch bald eagles fish the river and delicate hummingbirds flit around the Lodge enjoying all the flowers. Take a book and enjoy the hammock and the kids will love the swing. You may even hear one of our local wolf packs in the late evening as you snuggle in a sleeping bag out on the porch.

The property offers private road access to the North Fork River allowing you to float and fish right out the door. Put in at one of the launch locations to the north and pull out at the Lodge or put in just below the Lodge and float to Polebridge for dinner at the Saloon or a fresh-baked huckleberry bear claw at the Mercantile.

Enjoy dinner by candlelight at the antique dining table or take in the views from the picnic table and fire ring just steps from the Lodge. The large fire ring, is well stocked with chairs, firewood and hot dog roasting sticks. It easily accommodates a crowd for a fish fry or BBQ at the end of a day on the river. Or just relax and let the kids roast marshmallows while twilight paints the mountains shades of blue and purple.

For cooks, in addition to the fire ring, propane and charcoal grills are provided and the kitchen features a wood cook stove and a four burner propane stove with oven there is a wrap around bar which invites you to pull up a stool and visit while dinner is cooking. There are two propane refrigerators/freezers to store your groceries and drinks and the cabinets are well stocked with dishes.

The living area is cozy and its shelves lined with fascinating books and games from the owner's personal collection. If you're a book lover, accept the invitation to quiet afternoon with old-fashioned entertainment stacked at your elbow or play a game of charades! We've especially stocked the bunk room with a toy chest, games and books just for the kids.

The large master suite features a king bed and a hide-a-bed couch with views of Glacier Park. It has it's own wood stove for cool mornings or evenings and an air conditioning unit for warm summer nights. There is a 1/2 bath. The west bedroom opens on to the sleeping porch, you may bring sleeping bags and hold a slumber party! If you're lucky, you'll see the Northern Lights or hear the wolf pack before the sound of the river lulls you to sleep.

COVID-19 Update:
A clean and safe environment for our guests / staff is of utmost importance. Additional cleaning procedures remain for our 2024 season. High touch surfaces are sanitized and the property thoroughly ventilated and cleaned before you arrive.

Use of this remote property is a choice you make and you assume all health risks associated with the use of the property.

Property manager

Karina Pettey
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
No events without prior written approval

Pets

Pets allowed
Signed rental addendum required.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bookings over 7 days require owner approval.
Please print, sign and return via email rental agreement located below. Access information is not released until signed agreement is received.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events without prior written approval
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Polebridge

Located in Polebridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glacier National Park and Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Polebridge, MT

What's nearby

  • Glacier National Park - 26 min drive
  • Bowman Lake - 44 min drive
  • Kintla Lake - 70 min drive
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 76 min drive
  • Lake McDonald - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • Polebridge Mercantile - 22 min drive
  • Northern Lights Saloon & Cafe - 22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Float and Fish the North Fork at Red Meadow Lodge. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Float and Fish the North Fork at Red Meadow Lodge.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Float and Fish the North Fork at Red Meadow Lodge.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Float and Fish the North Fork at Red Meadow Lodge. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Glacier National Park and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. Bowman Lake and Camas Creek are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful mountain getaway
Beautiful mountain retreat with access to hiking fishing and glacier national park
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brady C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot Off Grid
Our family had an incredible stay at Red Meadow Lodge. The river access was great to have and you are 10 minutes from the Polebridge Park entrance. Well appointed lodge with everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Check with the host to see what is needed as we left many extras behind (dish soap, laundry detergent, shampoo, etc). Host and owner are extremely friendly and helpful. Stop up at Polebridge and rent your watercraft to use on the river. We are already planning our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom J., Gainesville GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful getaway
If you are looking to disconnect from a busy and hectic schedule and reconnect with nature, wonderful views and peace, this is your place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Amazing location if you are looking to get away from the rat race of everyday life. Being off grid it might not be for everyone, but for those that are looking for peace and solitude it is amazing. We enjoyed the outside deck and listening to the stream in the distance. Kitchen is well stocked. We were there during the hottest part of the year and the wall AC unit was very nice to cool down the upstairs. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K., Philipsburg MT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very special place!
Great communication and as advertised. Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karina Pettey

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In the seventies, the Sue family moved to the North Fork and built everything you see on the property. Weaving their family into the tapestry of the North Fork community for several years. Frank and Sue Curry purchased this gem in 2019 and are excited to restore, protect and improve the property. They will often be onsite this summer at the owner's cabin located at a distance from the Lodge.

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