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FORD CABIN

MT · Flathead National Forest

FORD CABIN is generally hard to book. Across the 10 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in July (10/10) and eases to its lowest in January (9/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.

Season at a glance

Booking difficulty by month

12-month reservation season
  1. Jan9
  2. Feb9
  3. Mar9
  4. Apr–
  5. May–
  6. Jun9
  7. Jul10
  8. Aug10
  9. Sep10
  10. Oct9
  11. Nov9
  12. Dec9
1 · Easy10 · Lottery

Midweek tip: in the busiest month (July), arrivals are lightest on Tuesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.

Booking window

When reservations open

Booking window

Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.

For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.

Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Facilities

Sites & amenities

  • 1 RV sites
  • Max RV length 20 ft

Activities: WILDLIFE VIEWING, WINTER SPORTS, CAMPING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, BOATING, FISHING, HIKING

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Ford Cabin?

Reservations can be made one to 180 days in advance. The rental fee is $50 per night and there is a maximum stay of three consecutive nights with a total of seven days per calendar year. Federal Pass discounts do not apply.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Location

Where it is