Judith Guard Station

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

Location: STANFORD, MT, MT

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (31 reviews)

Season: May through October

Judith Guard Station is a historic Ranger Station dating back to the early 1900s. Designated as a National Historic Site, the cabin is decorated with historically accurate furnishings and wallpaper. It is just a stone’s throw from the Middle Fork of the Judith River and a small campground with a picnic area.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/judith-guard-station to be notified when sites open up.

Historic early 1900s Ranger Station on the National Register with three bedrooms, located near the Middle Fork of the Judith River with excellent opportunities for fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Highly rated by campers (4.8/5 stars) who praise its cozy, well-equipped cabin accommodations.

Wildlife alert: Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Lion, Moose, and Wapiti present in area. Mandatory bear food storage requirements apply.

Insider tips for Judith Guard Station: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site Cabin has three bedrooms and sleeper, making it ideal for group camping Located about 30 miles south of Stanford; verify current road access conditions before traveling

Skip Judith Guard Station if: Seeking hookups — no hookups available. Visiting outside May-October season for tent camping. Need running water in winter months.

Best time to visit Judith Guard Station: May-October — Official operating season for the campground. February (winter) — Cross country skiing available, though water not running in winter months.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Judith Guard Station

Cell signal at Judith Guard Station (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★ 3.8 (31 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Judith Guard Station is a historic Ranger Station dating back to the early 1900s. Designated as a National Historic Site, the cabin is decorated with historically accurate furnishings and wallpaper. It is just a stone’s throw from the Middle Fork of the Judith River and a small campground with a picnic area.

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Verified facts

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

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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:✕ Seeking hookups — no hookups available✕ Visiting outside May-October season for tent camping✕ Need running water in winter months

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site

Cabin has three bedrooms and sleeper, making it ideal for group camping

Located about 30 miles south of Stanford; verify current road access conditions before traveling

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Best: February (winter)

Cross country skiing available, though water not running in winter months

Things to do nearby

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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

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Alert: Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Lion, Moose, and Wapiti present in area. Mandatory bear food storage requirements apply.

Location

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

From Great Falls, travel east on U.S. Highway 87 for about 63 miles to Windham, Montana, from Windham turn right off HWY 200/87 and head south for approximately 10 miles until the town of Utica. Turn right at Utica, continue south for approximately 13 miles on the county road. At the "Y" junction turn right nto the Middlefork road 822 and continue southwest for about 1 mile until you reack the "Y", stay to the left and continue for about 1 mile to the Judith Gaurd Station

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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Judith Guard Station cost per night?+
Judith Guard Station costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Judith Guard Station open?+
Judith Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Judith Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Judith Guard Station?+
Judith Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Judith Guard Station?+
Judith Guard Station 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 Judith Guard Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Judith Guard Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Judith Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Judith Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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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$60 /night★ 3.8 (31)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Calf Creek Cabin

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