About Ford Cabin
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Cabin Interior
- Heating
001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
- 6 guests
Site Details
Reviews (53)
What Guests Are Saying
The Ford Cabin offers a fantastic location for outdoor activities and is well-maintained, receiving high marks for cleanliness and convenience. Guests appreciate its charm and amenities, with many expressing a desire to return. However, some have noted challenges with packrat noise at night and difficulties with the heating system, suggesting earplugs and warm clothing for a more comfortable stay.
What Guests Are Saying
The Ford Cabin offers a fantastic location for outdoor activities and is well-maintained, receiving high marks for cleanliness and convenience. Guests appreciate its charm and amenities, with many expressing a desire to return. However, some have noted challenges with packrat noise at night and difficulties with the heating system, suggesting earplugs and warm clothing for a more comfortable stay.
Review Summary
Linda S
VerifiedAugust 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
There is a pack rat living in the cabin under the porch. Some people think it's cute, but it kept me awake, running around the cabin and making squeaking noises throughout the night. It is also not shy. Saturday night, I was standing on the porch and when I saw water dripping off the roof, I thought it might be raining, but it was the rat taking a wiz off the rafters. I looked up and it was staring at me. Another night, it was staring at me from the window sill. Also rat poo and pee to deal with every morning. If you think that's cute, have a great time! Cabin is small and cozy, located right off the main North Fork road near the boat put in at the river, so there will be some car traffic. Gas lights and cooking stove...no refrigerator, so bring a cooler. Hope this info. is helpful. I know people who are terrified of rats, so thought you should know. I love the forestry cabins, but I'll be staying at another one next time. :)
Jesus G
VerifiedAugust 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
Secluded in remote Montana. Hour long dirt road drive but well worth it to get away!
Gary T
VerifiedJuly 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
Great cabin.
Kacie T
VerifiedJuly 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
We had a great reprieve from a week of camping with a night at Ford Cabin in the middle. Unfortunately the large bed was super squeaky, though the mattresses were soft. Also, the deer mouse that lives under the porch was super cute! Pit toilet was clean and the yard was beautiful.
Stephanie E
VerifiedJune 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
Simple cabin in a beautiful setting!
Scott F
VerifiedMarch 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
This is a delightful little cabin. It was exceptionally clean when we arrived, and well stocked with toilet paper, cleaning supplies, and games. We noted the abundant comments about pack rats in the log books, but we were fortunate not to hear any activity ourselves, though there were rat or mouse turds on the deck outside. In any case, we really enjoyed our stay.
Shari C
VerifiedFebruary 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
Very peaceful.
Kimberly C
VerifiedJanuary 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
We found the cabin clean and cozy, and well stocked with supplies. Its proximity to the river is awesome, and we enjoyed Nordic skiing right outside the door.
Michael/Megan F
VerifiedDecember 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
The cabin is just north of Polebridge and is near the river. We enjoyed fly fishing and general exploring of the area. Would recommend.
Tim D
VerifiedNovember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FORD CABIN
Had a great time, we'll be back.
Location & Directions for Ford Cabin
P.O. Box 190340; 10 Hungry Horse Drive, Hungry Horse, MT 59919 United States
Elevation: 1,137 ft
Getting There
From Columbia Falls, travel north on Nucleus Avenue until the road ends at the intersection of Railroad Street. Turn right (east) on Railroad Street. Continue on Railroad Street; it becomes the North Fork Road. Continue north on the North Fork Roa...
From Columbia Falls, travel north on Nucleus Avenue until the road ends at the intersection of Railroad Street. Turn right (east) on Railroad Street. Continue on Railroad Street; it becomes the North Fork Road. Continue north on the North Fork Road for 45 mi. Turn right on Road 308 just north of the Tepee Creek crossing. Follow Road 308 back across Tepee Creek to Ford Cabin.
North Fork Road is gravel and rough in spots. It is only intermittently plowed during the winter months, requiring four-wheel drive or chains for travel.
Highway access
The Ford Cabin is approximately 19 miles from US Highway 2, providing the nearest major road access.
Nearby National Park
Polebridge Entrance
Approximate driving time: 16 min
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- There is a maximum stay of three consecutive nights with a total of seven days per calendar year.
- Electricity and sewer are not available at the cabin
- Drinking water (hand pump) is available from April 1st to November 30th.
- Tents, RVs, and campers are not allowed on premises.
- Bears frequent the area; use appropriate containers for food and garbage.
- Pets and livestock are not allowed at the cabin.
- Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack-it-in, pack-it-out' facility.
- Please help conserve propane by minimizing use of lights, and keeping the thermostat set at 55 degrees when away from the cabin.
- Contact the ranger district office at (406) 387-3800, during normal office hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) for updates on weather and road conditions; refunds will not be given for inclement weather or road conditions.
- The cabin remains locked; a combination lock code will be contained in the reservation confirmation letter.
- Guests must clean cabin prior to departure; a fee will be charged if extra clean-up is needed.
- Commercial use of the cabin is prohibited.
- Click here for more information on the Flathead National Forest.
- This is a remote cabin that may be unoccupied for extended periods of time. Mice may be present in cabin - there are supplies to trap mice and remove safely in cabin. Please do your part to help mitigate rodents by picking up food crumbs, cleaning thoroughly, and trapping mice if they are present.
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Last updated: October 22, 2026
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