Silvertip Cabin

Flathead National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Hungry Horse, MT, MT

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

The remote Silvertip Cabin serves as an ideal base for accessing various hiking and horseback riding trails to the Great Bear and Bob Marshall Wilderness areas. Located 70 miles south of the town of Hungry Horse, up to eight guests can enjoy the comforts of the cabin’s mattress-covered beds and warm up by the wood stove following various wilderness adventures. The cabin is only available on weekends from early July until August, or sometimes the first weekend of September.

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

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

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

Remote cabin ideal for accessing Great Bear and Bob Marshall Wilderness areas with hiking and horseback riding trails. Offers mattress-covered beds and wood stove comfort after wilderness adventures.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly Bear present in area. Also Clark's Nutcracker, Histrionicus histrionicus, and Franklin's Grouse documented nearby.

Insider tips for Silvertip Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Cabin accommodates up to eight guests with mattress-covered beds Access via 55-mile winding gravel road along Hungry Horse Reservoir from Forest Road 38

Skip Silvertip Cabin if: Seeking hookups - no hookups available. Planning to visit outside May through October season. Prefer weekend-only availability outside July-August peak window.

Best time to visit Silvertip Cabin: Early July to August — Cabin only available on weekends from early July until August per RIDB official description. First weekend of September — Sometimes available first weekend of September per RIDB official description.

Nearby campgrounds: Challenge Cabin (HUNGRY HORSE, MT), West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) (CHOTEAU, MT), Devil Creek Campground (Hungry Horse, MT), Zips Place Cabin (HUNGRY HORSE, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Silvertip Cabin

Cell signal at Silvertip Cabin (Hungry Horse, 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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Hungry Horse, MT, MT★ 4.4 (7 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The remote Silvertip Cabin serves as an ideal base for accessing various hiking and horseback riding trails to the Great Bear and Bob Marshall Wilderness areas. Located 70 miles south of the town of Hungry Horse, up to eight guests can enjoy the comforts of the cabin’s mattress-covered beds and warm up by the wood stove following various wilderness adventures. The cabin is only available on weekends from early July until August, or sometimes the first weekend of September.

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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 RingsFishing
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:✕ Seeking hookups - no hookups available✕ Planning to visit outside May through October season✕ Prefer weekend-only availability outside July-August peak window

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Cabin accommodates up to eight guests with mattress-covered beds

Access via 55-mile winding gravel road along Hungry Horse Reservoir from Forest Road 38

Best: Early July to August

Cabin only available on weekends from early July until August per RIDB official description

Best: First weekend of September

Sometimes available first weekend of September per RIDB official description

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 present in area. Also Clark's Nutcracker, Histrionicus histrionicus, and Franklin's Grouse documented nearby.

Location

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From Hungry Horse, drive east on Highway 2 to Martin City, then south on Forest Road 38. Drive about 55 miles on a winding, gravel road, along Hungry Horse Reservoir. At the junction with Diamond R Guest Ranch, turn east on Forest Road 568 and travel approximately 15 miles. Park at the trailhead and hike or ride on Trail No. 228 for about a third of a mile, to the Spotted Bear River Trail 83. Go past trails 43 and 89. Silvertip Cabin is just south of the Trail 89 intersection. If traveling in Ju

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Flathead National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Flathead 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 Silvertip Cabin cost per night?+
Silvertip Cabin costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Silvertip Cabin open?+
Silvertip Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Silvertip Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Silvertip Cabin?+
Silvertip Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Silvertip Cabin?+
Silvertip 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 Silvertip Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Silvertip Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Silvertip Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Silvertip 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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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
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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 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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