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Campground · MT

MAGRUDER RANGERS HOUSE

MT · Bitterroot National Forest

MAGRUDER RANGERS HOUSE is generally hard to book. Across the 2 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in September (9/10) and eases to its lowest in August (8/10). 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

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Midweek tip: in the busiest month (September), 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 50 ft

Activities: HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, BIKING, BERRY PICKING, PHOTOGRAPHY, SCENIC DRIVE, BIRDING, PICNICKING, WILDERNESS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, WINTER SPORTS, HUNTING

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Magruder Rangers House Campground?

The cabin rental fee is $100 per night, for up to four consecutive nights. No Golden Age/Access discounts apply at this site. The cabin can be reserved up to 180 days in advance.

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