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Booking odds · July

Wurtz Cabin in July: How Hard Is It to Book?

Wurtz Cabin · MT · Flathead National Forest

The verdict

Lottery-hard

Booking difficulty 10 out of 10. Gone within minutes of release. Bring a plan B.

Sells out at openBased on 3 years of reservation data

July weekends are typically gone within minutes of the booking window opening.

Wurtz Cabin in July scores 10 out of 10 for booking difficulty — lottery-hard. Gone within minutes of release. Bring a plan B.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical July booking was locked in about 181 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 117% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Thursday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 0% of bookingsSame day1–3d: 2% of bookings1–3d4–7d: 4% of bookings4–7d1–2wk: 9% of bookings9%1–2wk2–4wk: 17% of bookings17%2–4wk1–2mo: 0% of bookings1–2mo2–3mo: 0% of bookings2–3mo3–6mo: 6% of bookings6%3–6mo6mo+: 63% of bookings63%6mo+Median booking lead time: 181 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

Best odds: arrivals are lightest on Thursday in July. A midweek arrival is your easiest booking.

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Booking window · July 2027

When July reservations open

Reservations for Wurtz Cabin in July 2027 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

July 1 stays open

January 1, 2027

at 7:00 AM ET

Release style

6-Month Rolling Window

Releases daily 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM ET

Campsites for July 1, 2027 become bookable on January 1, 2027 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout July releases day-by-day exactly 6 months prior to arrival.

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

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Wurtz Cabin?

The rental fee is $75 per night and there is a maximum stay of three consecutive nights with a total of seven days per calendar year. Refunds will not be given due to inclement weather, road conditions or too much or too little snow, etc. 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.

Plan B

Easier nearby options in July

If your dates are flexible, these nearby campgrounds are typically easier to book.

FAQ

Wurtz Cabin in July: common questions

How hard is it to book Wurtz Cabin in July?
Wurtz Cabin rates 10 out of 10 for July — Lottery-hard. Gone within minutes of release. Bring a plan B.
How far in advance should I book Wurtz Cabin for July?
The typical July reservation was made about 181 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do July reservations open for Wurtz Cabin?
Reservations for Wurtz Cabin in July 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for July 1 become bookable on January 1, 2027 at 7:00 AM ET, with each subsequent day releasing day-by-day 6 months ahead.
What is the best day to arrive at Wurtz Cabin in July?
Arrivals are lightest on Thursday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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