A University of Montana student uses a tool that measures the water content of soil during a Natural Resource Management course where the classroom is Lubrecht Experimental Forest.

Lubrecht Forest and Bandy Ranch

Meeting and Staying at Lubrecht

Front of Lubrecht cabin

Lodging Facilities

Lubrecht Forest offers a variety of lodging options for groups and can sleep up to 100 people. 

Meeting space in Lubrecht conference center

Conference Facilities

The Castles Forestry Center has three separate meeting rooms available to accommodate a wide range of needs. 
inside of a pavilion with picnic tables

Additional Facilities

Commercial kitchen/dining hall, recreation hall and an outdoor picnic pavilion are available to add on to your reservation. 

Youth Safety & Compliance

Groups planning to bring youth (ages 17 and under) to Lubrecht Experimental Forest for lodging, recreation, educational programs, camps or other activities may be required to register with the University of Montana’s Youth Safety & Compliance Office (YSCO) prior to their visit. Please review the University’s Youth Safety & Compliance requirements and complete any required registration before arriving at Lubrecht. Groups are responsible for ensuring that their activities comply with applicable University policies and youth safety requirements. Youth Safety & Compliance Office | University of Montana