Savenac East Cottage (Mt)
Lolo National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking
Location: Haugan, MT, MT
Price: From $80 per night
Rating: 5 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Season: Memorial Day through Labor Day
Savenac East Cottage provides a well-equipped kitchen and sleeping quarters for a family or small group of four people at the Savenac Historic Tree Nursery in the Lolo National Forest of Montana. The area is filled with history and was once the site of the U.S. Forest Service’s largest and most beautiful nursery in the West.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Bear Boxes, Camp Host, Fishing
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Savenac East Cottage offers a well-equipped kitchen and sleeping quarters for families or small groups at the historic Savenac Tree Nursery in Lolo National Forest, with access to diverse recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, and historic sites. Google reviewers consistently praised it as an amazing facility with excellent kitchen amenities and beautiful scenery.
Wildlife alert: Gray wolves and moose present in the area; also common are Brewer's Blackbirds, Brown-headed Cowbirds, Red Crossbills, Lincoln's Sparrows, and garter snakes.
Insider tips for Savenac East Cottage (Mt): Book early — this is a federal campground with limited availability Only 1 site available, so reserve well in advance No hookups available; plan accordingly for tent camping
Skip Savenac East Cottage (Mt) if: You need RV hookups — none are available. You're visiting outside Memorial Day through Labor Day — seasonal closure. You prefer campgrounds with multiple site options — only 1 site total.
Best time to visit Savenac East Cottage (Mt): Memorial Day - Labor Day — Campground operates seasonally during this window only.
Nearby campgrounds: Savenac West Cottage (SUPERIOR, MT), Up Up Lookout (SUPERIOR, MT), Cabin City Campground (Mt) (Superior, MT), Shoshone Park Kitchen (SMELTERVILL, ID).
Cell Phone Coverage at Savenac East Cottage (Mt)
Cell signal at Savenac East Cottage (Mt) (Haugan, MT): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
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.
Savenac East Cottage provides a well-equipped kitchen and sleeping quarters for a family or small group of four people at the Savenac Historic Tree Nursery in the Lolo National Forest of Montana. The area is filled with history and was once the site of the U.S. Forest Service’s largest and most beautiful nursery in the West.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with limited availability
Only 1 site available, so reserve well in advance
No hookups available; plan accordingly for tent camping
Campground operates seasonally during this window only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
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Getting there →
Traveling on Interstate 90 take Exit 16 at Haugan, Montana. At the stop sign head north to the frontage road. At the frontage road turn right and take the first left, crossing the cattle guard. Signs are onsite to follow. Maps are available online or for purchase by calling the Superior Ranger District.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lolo National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Lolo National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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