Campground · MT
NINKO CABIN
NINKO CABIN is generally lottery-hard to book. Across the 4 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in February (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.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (February), arrivals are lightest on Monday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
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.
Sites & amenities
Activities: WILDLIFE VIEWING, WINTER SPORTS, HIKING, CAMPING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE
How much does it cost to camp at Ninko Cabin?
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.