Wurtz Cabin

Flathead National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: HUNGRY HORSE, MT, MT

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (50 reviews)

Season: May through October

Wurtz Cabin is located just south of the Canadian border, on the North Fork Road near the North Fork of the Flathead River. It is listed on the National Historic Register, offering guests a glimpse into the past. It provides access to a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, boating, fishing and viewing wildlife.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Wurtz Cabin offers a historic National Register-listed structure on the North Fork of the Flathead River with access to diverse recreational activities including hiking, boating, and fishing. Campers consistently praise the well-equipped kitchen and comfortable sleeping arrangements, with a 4.8/5 rating from 15 Google reviews.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly bear, gray wolf, and Canada lynx present in the area. Deer mice frequently visit the cabin between guests.

Insider tips for Wurtz Cabin: Bring clean sheets and disinfectant for deer mouse management Use the wood stove in addition to propane heat if staying in late April or early season for warmth Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site

Skip Wurtz Cabin if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this site. You require year-round access—seasonal operations May through October only. You're visiting outside May-October window.

Best time to visit Wurtz Cabin: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Ford Cabin (HUNGRY HORSE, MT), Schnaus Cabin (HUNGRY HORSE, MT), Hornet Lookout (HUNGRY HORSE, MT), Ben Rover Cabin (HUNGRY HORSE, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Wurtz Cabin

Cell signal at Wurtz 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★ 4.5 (50 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Wurtz Cabin is located just south of the Canadian border, on the North Fork Road near the North Fork of the Flathead River. It is listed on the National Historic Register, offering guests a glimpse into the past. It provides access to a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, boating, fishing and viewing 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
Max RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 require year-round access—seasonal operations May through October only✕ You're visiting outside May-October window

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Bring clean sheets and disinfectant for deer mouse management

Use the wood stove in addition to propane heat if staying in late April or early season for warmth

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data

Things to do nearby

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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, gray wolf, and Canada lynx present in the area. Deer mice frequently visit the cabin between guests.

Location

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From Columbia Falls, travel north on Nucleus Avenue and turn east onto Railroad Street at the stop sign. The road becomes North Fork Road as it travels over the railroad overpass. Drive past the Schnaus and Ford rental cabins, and Wurtz is located on the west side of the road. Use caution during the winter, as the gravel road is only intermittently plowed. Chains and four-wheel drive are required for passage. The majority of the road from Columbia Falls to Wurtz Cabin is gravel, so be prepared f

Campground entrance

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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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Wurtz Cabin cost per night?+
Wurtz Cabin costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Wurtz Cabin open?+
Wurtz Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Wurtz Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Wurtz Cabin?+
Wurtz Cabin can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Wurtz Cabin?+
Wurtz 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 Wurtz Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Wurtz Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Wurtz Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Wurtz 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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$75 /night★ 4.5 (50)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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