West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau)

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: CHOTEAU, MT, MT

Price: From $65 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (19 reviews)

Season: Year-round

West Fork Cabin is a rustic Forest Service Guard Station located 39 miles northwest of Choteau, Montana, on the Rocky Mountain Front Range. The cabin is a stone’s throw from the North Fork Teton River and about 3.5 miles beyond Teton Pass Ski Resort. Open year-round, the cabin provides access to a wide range of summer and winter recreation activities such as hiking, fishing, horseback riding, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

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

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

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

West Fork Cabin is a rustic Forest Service Guard Station on the Rocky Mountain Front Range with year-round access to hiking, fishing, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing near the North Fork Teton River.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Bighorn Sheep, American Dipper, and Spruce Grouse documented in the area

Insider tips for West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau): Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Firewood is available for sale on-site Access via paved county road (Teton Canyon Road) that becomes FDR #144

Skip West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this site. You prefer developed campgrounds with multiple sites — only 1 tent site available. You want to rely on seasonal operations — verify current status before visiting.

Best time to visit West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau): Summer — Optimal conditions for hiking, fishing, and horseback riding activities. Winter — Open year-round with access to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Nearby campgrounds: Ear Mountain Cabin (Choteau, MT), Silvertip Cabin (Hungry Horse, MT), Challenge Cabin (HUNGRY HORSE, MT), Kenck Cabin (Choteau, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau)

Cell signal at West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) (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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West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau)

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CHOTEAU, MT, MT★ 4.5 (19 reviews)From $65/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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West Fork Cabin is a rustic Forest Service Guard Station located 39 miles northwest of Choteau, Montana, on the Rocky Mountain Front Range. The cabin is a stone’s throw from the North Fork Teton River and about 3.5 miles beyond Teton Pass Ski Resort. Open year-round, the cabin provides access to a wide range of summer and winter recreation activities such as hiking, fishing, horseback riding, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFirewood 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 at this site✕ You prefer developed campgrounds with multiple sites — only 1 tent site available✕ You want to rely on seasonal operations — verify current status before visiting

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Firewood is available for sale on-site

Access via paved county road (Teton Canyon Road) that becomes FDR #144

Best: Summer

Optimal conditions for hiking, fishing, and horseback riding activities

Best: Winter

Open year-round with access to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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 Pika, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Bighorn Sheep, American Dipper, and Spruce Grouse documented in the area

Location

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Getting there →

From Highway 89 about 5 miles north of Choteau, go west on Teton Canyon Road that becomes Forest Development Road (FDR) #144 at the Forest boundary. Stay on this road past the ski area about 3.5 miles to the road end. Cabin is located behind the locked gate to your left just after you cross the bridge. In the winter the road is not plowed beyond the ski area. Guests can park in the ski area parking lot. All vehicles parked overnight at either the snowmobile parking lot or the ski area parking lo

Campground entrance

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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 West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) cost per night?+
West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) costs $65 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) open?+
West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau)?+
West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau)?+
West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) 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 (W Of Choteau)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) 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 (W Of Choteau) open, and what are check-in times?+
West Fork Cabin (W Of Choteau) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$65 /night★ 4.5 (19)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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