Kenck Cabin

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest — lakeside

Location: Choteau, MT, MT

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: May through October

Guests can stay at Kenck Cabin for a rustic getaway in the fresh mountain air. The cabin was built in 1924 by a traveling doctor who arrived in the area in 1904 and spent his entire career along the Rocky Mountain Front. In 2003 the property was donated to the Forest Service by the Kenck Family Trust, and it has since been listed on the National Register of Historic Places.Kenck is comprised of one room that sleeps six on a double bed, a futon that turns into a double bed and two cots.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Firewood for Sale

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

Historic 1924 cabin offering rustic mountain getaway on the Rocky Mountain Front with stream access, bird watching, and hiking opportunities in the surrounding area.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly Bear, American Wolverine, Mountain Goat present in area. Also Great Horned Owl, Interior Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch, Red Fox, Long-tailed Weasel, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake.

Insider tips for Kenck Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Firewood available for sale on-site Only 1 tent site available

Skip Kenck Cabin if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available. You're visiting outside May-October - seasonal operations only. You prefer developed campgrounds - this is rustic with minimal amenities.

Best time to visit Kenck Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Ear Mountain Cabin (Choteau, MT), Monture Guard Station Cabin (SEELEY LAKE, MT), Owl Creek Cabin (BIGFORK, MT), West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) (CHOTEAU, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Kenck Cabin

Cell signal at Kenck Cabin (Choteau, 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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Choteau, MT, MT★ 4.4 (8 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Guests can stay at Kenck Cabin for a rustic getaway in the fresh mountain air. The cabin was built in 1924 by a traveling doctor who arrived in the area in 1904 and spent his entire career along the Rocky Mountain Front. In 2003 the property was donated to the Forest Service by the Kenck Family Trust, and it has since been listed on the National Register of Historic Places.Kenck is comprised of one room that sleeps six on a double bed, a futon that turns into a double bed and two cots.

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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.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

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 RV hookups - no hookups available✕ You're visiting outside May-October - seasonal operations only✕ You prefer developed campgrounds - this is rustic with minimal amenities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Firewood available for sale on-site

Only 1 tent site available

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

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: Grizzly Bear, American Wolverine, Mountain Goat present in area. Also Great Horned Owl, Interior Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch, Red Fox, Long-tailed Weasel, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake.

Location

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Getting there →

From Augusta, head west Laura Street, which becomes Benchmark Road. Travel 13 miles to a "Y" intersection and turn left continuing on Benchmark Road. Drive 15 miles to the end of the road at South Fork Trailhead. Take the main trail that runs in front of the outhouse. From the main trail, take the first trail to the right, just after the "Pack-In-Pack-Out" sign. A small sign marks this trail leading to Kenck Cabin. The cabin is about a half-mile down the trail. Benchmark Road is not plowed in wi

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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 Kenck Cabin cost per night?+
Kenck Cabin costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Kenck Cabin open?+
Kenck Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Kenck Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Kenck Cabin?+
Kenck Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Kenck Cabin?+
Kenck 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 Kenck Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Kenck Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Kenck Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Kenck Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$50 /night★ 4.4 (8)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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