West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis)

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: ENNIS, MT, MT

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (13 reviews)

Season: May through October

West Fork Cabin is a small, secluded cabin in the mountains of southwestern Montana, located high in the Gravelly Range. The cabin was built in 1928 as an intermediate station for patrolling grazing allotments. The area is home to a variety of wildlife and offers numerous trails for hikers, equestrians and off-road vehicle riders during warmer months and snowmobilers in the winter.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Bear Boxes, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/west-fork-cabin-s-of-ennis to be notified when sites open up.

Highly rated by campers (4.8/5 stars) for clean, well-equipped cabins in scenic mountain setting with welcoming management. Located in southwestern Montana's Gravelly Range with access to hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing.

Wildlife alert: American Badger, Brewer's Sparrow, and Greater Sage-Grouse documented in the area

Insider tips for West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis): Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Firewood available for purchase on-site Contact managers Zoe and Jett for local knowledge and assistance

Skip West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) if: Expecting hookups — no hookups available. Visiting outside July 1 to March 31 availability window. Seeking easy vehicle access — remote location requires 50+ miles of driving on Forest Service roads.

Best time to visit West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis): July-September — Cabin officially available July 1 through March 31, but warmer months (July-September) best for hiking, biking, and vehicle access to remote location.

Nearby campgrounds: Black Butte Cabin (ENNIS, MT), Notch Cabin (ENNIS, MT), Vigilante Cabin (ENNIS, MT), Wade Lake (Mt) (Ennis, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis)

Cell signal at West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) (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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West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis)

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ENNIS, MT, MT★ 3.8 (13 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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West Fork Cabin is a small, secluded cabin in the mountains of southwestern Montana, located high in the Gravelly Range. The cabin was built in 1928 as an intermediate station for patrolling grazing allotments. The area is home to a variety of wildlife and offers numerous trails for hikers, equestrians and off-road vehicle riders during warmer months and snowmobilers in the winter.

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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 WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBear Boxes

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:✕ Expecting hookups — no hookups available✕ Visiting outside July 1 to March 31 availability window✕ Seeking easy vehicle access — remote location requires 50+ miles of driving on Forest Service roads

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Firewood available for purchase on-site

Contact managers Zoe and Jett for local knowledge and assistance

Best: July-September

Cabin officially available July 1 through March 31, but warmer months (July-September) best for hiking, biking, and vehicle access to remote location

Things to do nearby

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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: American Badger, Brewer's Sparrow, and Greater Sage-Grouse documented in the area

Location

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From Ennis, travel south on Highway 287 for about 30 miles, then head northwest on Standard Creek Road for about 20 miles and 10 miles south on Forest Road 290. The majority of the road to the cabin is gravel and has some long, steep grades, which may require four-wheel drive. The road can be treacherous and impassable if the conditions are wet or snowy, often in mid-October and November. Over snow vehicles are necessary in winter, permissable after December 1. All roads in the Gravelly Range ar

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

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How much does West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) cost per night?+
West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) open?+
West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis)?+
West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis)?+
West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) 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 West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) open, and what are check-in times?+
West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$45 /night★ 3.8 (13)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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