Dry Wolf Cabin

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: STANFORD, MT, MT

Price: From $55 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (22 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Dry Wolf Cabin is located about 20 miles southwest of Stanford, Montana, in the Little Belt Mountains. The rustic cabin is conveniently located along Dry Wolf Creek, providing a pleasant setting for anglers, wildlife watchers and hikers. When snow arrives, access on the graveled county road is by four-wheel-drive only.Groceries and fuel may be found in Stanford, approximately 20 miles from the cabin.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/dry-wolf-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Rustic cabin in the Little Belt Mountains along Dry Wolf Creek with excellent fishing for brook and rainbow trout, plus nearby hiking and horseback riding trails. Highly rated by real campers (5/5 from 10 reviews) who praise the quiet setting and unique propane lighting.

Wildlife alert: Snowshoe Hare, Bushy-tailed Woodrat, Mountain Bluebird, American Dipper, American Three-toed Woodpecker, and Dusky Grouse documented in the area.

Insider tips for Dry Wolf Cabin: Read the cabin journal for entertainment and practical notes from previous guests. No cell service — plan accordingly or embrace the digital detox. Water source available at spring a couple miles south on the road. Book early — federal campground with high demand.

Skip Dry Wolf Cabin if: You need cell service or Wi-Fi.. You require electric hookups (no hookups at this site).. You're planning a winter visit without four-wheel-drive vehicle..

Best time to visit Dry Wolf Cabin: May-October — Graveled county road requires four-wheel-drive when snow arrives; year-round operation but winter access challenging..

Nearby campgrounds: Judith Guard Station (STANFORD, MT), Kings Hill Cabin (NEIHART, MT), Hunters Spring Cabin (HARLOWTON, MT), Calf Creek Cabin (WHITE SULPHUR SPRING, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Dry Wolf Cabin

Cell signal at Dry Wolf Cabin (STANFORD, MT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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STANFORD, MT, MT★ 4.5 (22 reviews)From $55/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Dry Wolf Cabin is located about 20 miles southwest of Stanford, Montana, in the Little Belt Mountains. The rustic cabin is conveniently located along Dry Wolf Creek, providing a pleasant setting for anglers, wildlife watchers and hikers. When snow arrives, access on the graveled county road is by four-wheel-drive only.Groceries and fuel may be found in Stanford, approximately 20 miles from the cabin.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFirewood for Sale

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need cell service or Wi-Fi.✕ You require electric hookups (no hookups at this site).✕ You're planning a winter visit without four-wheel-drive vehicle.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Read the cabin journal for entertainment and practical notes from previous guests.

No cell service

plan accordingly or embrace the digital detox.

Water source available at spring a couple miles south on the road.

Book early

federal campground with high demand.

Best: May-October

Graveled county road requires four-wheel-drive when snow arrives; year-round operation but winter access challenging.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Snowshoe Hare, Bushy-tailed Woodrat, Mountain Bluebird, American Dipper, American Three-toed Woodpecker, and Dusky Grouse documented in the area.

Location

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406-236-5511 OR 406-566-2292· Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
Getting there →

From Stanford, Montana, go a mile northwest on US 87, then turn left on County Road 251 (Dry Wolf Road). Continue for 15 miles and look for a sign to Dry Wolf Station. Turn left onto short parking spur of the cabin site.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Dry Wolf Cabin cost per night?+
Dry Wolf Cabin costs $55 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Dry Wolf Cabin open?+
Dry Wolf Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Dry Wolf Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Dry Wolf Cabin?+
Dry Wolf Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Dry Wolf Cabin?+
Dry Wolf Cabin is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Dry Wolf Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Dry Wolf Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Dry Wolf Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Dry Wolf Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$55 /night★ 4.5 (22)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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