Notch Cabin

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: ENNIS, MT, MT

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Notch Cabin is located in a remote part of southwestern Montana, within proposed wilderness, and is open from July 1 through November. It is somewhat difficult to access, but worth the trouble for outdoor enthusiasts. The surrounding landscape is thick with sage and grasslands, transitioning to timbered slopes that are home to a full variety of wildlife.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Firewood for Sale

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

Remote wilderness cabin in southwestern Montana surrounded by sage, grasslands, and timbered slopes. Offers camping, hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

Insider tips for Notch Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site Final 28 miles from Alder are gravel, dirt, or primitive two-track; plan for difficult access Cabin was rebuilt in 2019 following original design after fire

Skip Notch Cabin if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You want easy access — 62 miles from Ennis with 28 miles of primitive road. You're visiting May-June or after November — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Notch Cabin: July-November — Official operating season per RIDB (July 1 through November); note listed season of May-October may be outdated.

Nearby campgrounds: Antone Cabin (ENNIS, MT), Vigilante Cabin (ENNIS, MT), West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) (ENNIS, MT), Black Butte Cabin (ENNIS, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Notch Cabin

Cell signal at Notch Cabin (ENNIS, 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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Notch Cabin is located in a remote part of southwestern Montana, within proposed wilderness, and is open from July 1 through November. It is somewhat difficult to access, but worth the trouble for outdoor enthusiasts. The surrounding landscape is thick with sage and grasslands, transitioning to timbered slopes that are home to a full variety of wildlife.

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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.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Firewood 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 hookups — no hookups available✕ You want easy access — 62 miles from Ennis with 28 miles of primitive road✕ You're visiting May-June or after November — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site

Final 28 miles from Alder are gravel, dirt, or primitive two-track; plan for difficult access

Cabin was rebuilt in 2019 following original design after fire

Best: July-November

Official operating season per RIDB (July 1 through November); note listed season of May-October may be outdated

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
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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.

Location

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Getting there →

Notch Cabin is about 62 miles from Ennis, Montana. The final 28 miles are gravel, dirt or primitive two-track. From Ennis, take Montana Highway 287 west for 23 miles to Alder. At Alder, turn south toward Ruby Reservoir (County 248) and travel 21 miles. Turn right on Ledford Creek Road (County 50) and travel southwest for 3 miles to signed junction. Turn right onto Robb Creek road and after about 4.5 miles, you'll enter the Robb-Ledford WMA. Continue for 0.5 mile to junction, turn right and trave

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Notch Cabin cost per night?+
Notch Cabin costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Notch Cabin open?+
Notch Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Notch Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Notch Cabin?+
Notch Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Notch Cabin?+
Notch 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 Notch Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Notch Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Notch Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Notch Cabin 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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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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