Tent #1 at Oxen-Le-Fields Montana

With a perfect view of Sula Peak, Tent #1 is a 12x14 canvas tent featuring a comfortable king bed complete with all bedding including a warm electric blanket.

Oxen-Le-Fields is surrounded by the national forest. Watch wildlife from your tent, enjoy fishing in the river, head into the forest right from camp, or just relax and watch the stars in the night sky as the woodstove crackles with warmth.

Enjoy a rustic getaway where time slows down, living is easy, and peace and relaxation take over.

ABOUT THE TENT:
Tent #1 is a 12x14 wall tent featuring a comfortable king bed complete with full bedding including a dual-controlled king-size electric blanket, and a cozy woodstove with free firewood. Wi-fi is free, and the tent has one power strip for electronics.

Guests have access to nearby potable water and a flushing toilet. Patio chairs, propane barbecue and picnic table are provided for campers to enjoy. Relax with your favorite beverage on the patio overlooking Sula Peak and enjoy the sounds of nature.

TENT CONTENTS:
* King bed with full bedding, pillows, electric blanket
* Two cushioned patio chairs
* Woodstove with free firewood, kindling and matches
* Two lamps
* Power strip for electronics
* Two plates, bowls, mugs, and silverware
* Water kettle, cast-iron pan, oil for cast-iron pan, and cooking utensils

BATHROOM:
A flushing toilet and cold-water sink are located inside the small brown building marked "Wild Wild West" over the door.

FRESH WATER:
Potable water via a water spigot, wash basin, sponge, and soap are located behind the bathroom.

COOKING:
Guests are welcome to cook on the woodstove (oil is on the table) or enjoy the propane BBQ next to the picnic table.

WOODSTOVE:
The woodstove does an excellent job keeping the tent toasty warm. Free firewood, kindling and matches are provided.

PETS:
Pets are absolutely welcome but must be on lead at all times to prevent them from bothering the free-range chickens or disturbing other campers. If your pup likes to sleep on the bed, please cover the bedding with the provided pup sheet to help prevent claw holes (thank you!).

FIREPIT:
Toss wood into the firepit located near the picnic table and enjoy a contained fire any time burning is allowed (per county burn rules). NOTE: Campers MUST extinguish all fires by completely soaking embers with water from the provided jug to ensure all potential hot spots are fully extinguished. Refill the jug as needed using the water spigot behind the bathroom. Thank you for doing your part to prevent wildfires, much appreciated!

FOREST ACCESS:
Oxen-Le-Fields Montana offers direct access to the Bitterroot Forest. Follow the short trail behind tent #1 up to the forest road, and go either right or left to access miles of incredible scenery. Bear spray and/or gun are strongly recommended.

WILDLIFE:
Deer, elk, bighorn sheep, marmots, and coyotes are abundant. Bear, moose, wolves, and cougars also share the forest. Please respect the wildlife and understand the inherent dangers they pose. Bear spray and/or gun is highly recommended when exploring the forest.

HOT SPRINGS:
Enjoy a soak and a shower at Lost Trails Hot Springs 8 miles south for just $10.

HUNTING:
Oxen-Le-Fields is located in district 270 next to districts 240, 250, and 321.

FISHING:
Blue-ribbon trout are abundant in the Bitterroot river, and fishing access is available all along the Hwy 93 corridor. A community fishing pier is less than a mile south. Four miles north of Darby lies Lake Como where fishing, swimming, and other water activities are enjoyed by all who visit.

SKIING:
A short 16 miles south sits Lost Trail Ski Resort, home to 69 runs. Sitting atop the Continental Divide where Montana and Idaho meet, Lost Trail boasts over 300 inches of snowfall every year for enthusiasts to enjoy.

MANAGEMENT:
Owners live on-site and are happy to help anytime.

WEATHER:
Nestled between the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountains, the picturesque valley is known as the Banana Belt of Montana, however it's still Montana and inclement weather can happen anytime. Please observe weather reports and road conditions before traveling.

DRIVEWAY:
The 1/2 mile dirt road up the hill includes 3 switchbacks. It can get muddy after a good rain or snow but is easily accessible in most vehicles. The road is plowed in winter, making camp accessible year round. The switchbacks can accommodate horse trailers and campers up to 35 feet in length.

REFUNDS:
We are happily located in nature and while we work hard to ensure nature stays out-side, please be prepared for the possibility of nature sneaking inside. We don’t refund for bugs or critters but if you should see some during your stay, simply contact us immediately and we will come take care of things for you as best we can.

LIABILITY:
We truly want everyone to enjoy their time but because Oxen-Le-Fields Montana is located in the great outdoors, guests hereby knowingly assume all risks associated with an outdoor property, including weather, fire, wildlife, livestock, uneven ground, water, snow, ice, hail, wind, slips, falls, steps, stairs, and other natural or man-made hazards that arise, and agree to release and hold harmless Oxen-Le-Fields Montana LLC and its owners from any claims, losses, damages, or expenses arising from his/her stay.