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Bear Creek Guest Ranch

2.0 star property
Riverfront bed & breakfast in Essex with free breakfast

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Traditional Cabin | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Honeymoon Cabin | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets
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Honeymoon Cabin | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Traditional Cabin | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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15750 U.S. Rte 2, Essex, MT, 59916
  • Place, Glacier National Park
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Two Medicine Lake
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake McDonald
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Cabin | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Standard Cabin

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium Cabin | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Premium Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Cabin | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Honeymoon Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Traditional Cabin | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Traditional Cabin

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Traditional Cabin | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Traditional Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Futon

About the neighborhood

Essex

On river.Within 32 miles (52 km) of this B&B, you'll find Glacier National Park and Two Medicine Lake. Hungry Horse Reservoir and St. Mary Lake are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Glacier Park Lodge Golf Course - 22 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • Glacier National Park - 36 min drive - 31.2 miles
  • Two Medicine Lake - 45 min drive - 36.2 miles
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 52 min drive - 49.3 miles
  • Lake McDonald - 55 min drive - 51.5 miles

Getting around

  • Essex Station - 14 min drive
  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Summit Mountain Lodge & Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪West Glacier Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Snow Slip Inn - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Bear Creek Guest Ranch

Enjoy free breakfast at this Essex B&B
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Essex bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
Bear Creek Guest Ranch offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor padel court
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 1 and April 30.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 349 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

15750 U.S. Rte 2
Bear Creek Guest Ranch Essex
Bear Creek Guest Ranch Bed & breakfast
Bear Creek Guest Ranch Bed & breakfast Essex

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bear Creek Guest Ranch to the airport?

Bear Creek Guest Ranch is 61.4 mi (71-min drive) away from the Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bear Creek Guest Ranch have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bear Creek Guest Ranch.

Does Bear Creek Guest Ranch offer free breakfast?

Bear Creek Guest Ranch offers free full breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Bear Creek Guest Ranch?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Glacier Peaks Casino (29-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bear Creek Guest Ranch?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bear Creek Guest Ranch?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Bear Creek Guest Ranch have a pool?

Bear Creek Guest Ranch does not have a pool.

Does Bear Creek Guest Ranch have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Bear Creek Guest Ranch to downtown Essex?

Bear Creek Guest Ranch is 0.6 mi away from Blacktail.

Reviews

Bear Creek Guest Ranch Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for a quaint lodging experience, you will love Bear Creek Guest Ranch. It’s a family owned/operated ranch with 5 small cabins, horses, and 40 acres of land to explore. It is nestled between the National Forest and Glacier National Park, about a 15 minute drive to East Glacier. Dusty, Indi, and Bill immediately made us feel at home upon arrival. The cabin was a comfortable studio style layout and essentials were provided- heat, towels, and a soft bed. It’s nothing fancy, it’s rustic and cozy, perfect to come home to after a day of exploring the park and enjoying dinner. I recommend ending the day with a cocktail on your cabin front porch, soaking in the quiet and the view before taking a warm shower and getting a good nights sleep so you can do it all again the next day. A homemade breakfast and coffee were available in the main/check in/lobby cabin every morning at 8:30 am. I highly suggest you don’t miss breakfast, it’s a delicious spread. They also gave us fantastic recommendations for planning our day, preparing a route, providing a map, and helping us prioritize what we wanted to see and do, complete with shopping and eating recommendations. If you love animals, you’ll be in heaven with the two property St. Bernards, Dixie and Diesel, and cat Harry (Hariett), who will belly up for pets. If you’re lucky enough (and if you want her to) she will curl up at the end of your bed for the night. We came from FL and would definitely be repeat customers!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

rick

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

We would recommend to stay here!

Cabin was well decorated and very clean. Fun atmosphere. The owners are so friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was delicious. It was great to meet other guests. They were very helpful with navigating the area. Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christalyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cabins were really cute and cozy. The hosts (Bill, Diana, Dusty, and Indy) were all so welcoming and helpful. We opted for the horseback ride on our last day and Bill, John and Dan were amazing! They made sure we were all safe and took frequent breaks ensuring safety for the horses as well. They served a delicious family style homemade breakfast each morning. They even had a binder in each cabin with lots of helpful info about the area and glacier national park. To top it all off, we got to love on their doggies, Dixie and Diesel, after breakfast each morning and while they were outside!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay in the Lodgepole cabin! A perfect quiet spot to relax and reset. Simple furnishings, clean, cozy bed and a family style breakfast available in the main lodge every morning. Views were beautiful and getting to pet the horses on property was an amazing bonus! If you’re looking for a family owned place where they call you by name, this is it. I can’t wait to come again <3
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Kahle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were amazing! Very helpful and friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shalice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Bear Creek Guest Ranch for 4 nights and it was perfect. Dusty, Bill, and family are so kind and make you feel like you are just a part of the ranch. Homemade breakfast in their cabin with the other guests was amazing and a great way to get to know other guests. It is right in the middle of the west and east glacier entrances (about hour from each) and was a great central location. The cabin was clean, cute, comfortable and so unique. I highly recommend them!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owners are wonderful people. Getting together for a homemade breakfast each morning , and meeting other guests was great. We had a wonderful stay. It is a beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners and staff at Bear Creek made us feel welcomed. The cabins are small yet comfortable. We started each morning with a delicious home cooked breakfast. Free to walk around and talk with the horses, dogs , and cat. This family treated us as family. A wonderful trip to the area. Bear Creek made it great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10

This was the most perfect place to stay for the Montana/GNP experience we were looking for. Great hospitality and a wonderful location between East and West entrances to the park. 10/10! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Bear Creek Ranch were so friendly and helpful! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Ranch. The horseback ride was so beautiful and the horses were a joy to ride. Bill provided excellent instruction and guidance. The breakfasts were delicious and there was enough for seconds! We felt that we were really experiencing what real Montana is like!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024