OutReserve

Schnaus Cabin

Livingston Range - GNP
Livingston Range - GNP
Schnaus View
Kitchen
Winter at Schnaus

About Schnaus Cabin

Schnaus Cabin is located near the Wild and Scenic North Fork of the Flathead River, in the Flathead National Forest. It can host up to 12 guests for a scenic, peaceful mountain vacation. The rustic dwelling provides a superb setting for fishing, hiking, bird watching and much more in the Whitefish Mountains. The fully accessible cabin can be reached via vehicle and a parking area is located outside the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. The majority of the road from Columbia Falls to Schnaus Cabin is gravel, so be prepared for dust during your drive and at the cabin.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

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Price
🏠 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
12 guests · Campfire
$65.00
/ per night

Reviews (42)

What Guests Are Saying

Schnaus Cabin offers a clean and quiet retreat in a beautiful forest setting, perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities like hiking and river floating. Guests appreciate the upgraded amenities, comfortable furnishings, and well-maintained environment. However, there are a few maintenance issues, such as propane concerns and a roof leak, along with the need to bring firewood after April, which some guests found inconvenient.

Review Summary

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Shari C

Verified

January 31, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

5

Very clean and quiet nice place we are locals that live in town we love these cabin to come to decompress from the noise off life. Thank you forest service for letting us use these cabins much appreciated. Shari c

Pat H

Verified

September 8, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

5

Great cabin, there is a problem with the propane line feeding the lights in the great room. We lit them and turned them off a couple times and when they were off, the room smelled of propane. We turned off the supply line to those lights and the smell was gone. We will definitely come back if we can get another reservation, we love that cabin. Might need some mouse traps, we noticed a few droppings in the kitchen one morning.

Candace W

Verified

July 19, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

5

The cabin is located in a quite, middle of the forest location. We loved being able to have camp fires and enjoy the beauty all around. We hiked near by and floated the river. A truly enjoyable experience

Ronald P

Verified

June 23, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

5

Best cabin in the woods

Paige M

Verified

May 19, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

5

The cabin was very clean, new windows are a big improvement, porch was swept, and bathroom well-stocked. It seems, too, that the mattresses downstairs (maybe upstairs too), have been upgraded. Yay! Our only disappointment was discovering that wood is not supplied past April 30th. I don't know if this is a new policy or that we were at the cabin earlier than May 11th on our first trip (this time was our second). We now know to bring our own wood (purchase in nearby town). One last thing, following the directions on the room heater in the kitchen proved impossible for us. We gave up. Thanks for another great stay!

Nathan S

Verified

March 4, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

3

The cabin roof leaked during rain and we had a few days of rain. Leak was right above the kitchen sink and I did report it to the USFS. Also, the woodstove causes some severe smoke to infiltrate the cabin if it is not fired up very hot very quickly. Otherwise, it was a pretty typical USFS cabin trip with creaky bed frames, plastic covered mattresses, mismatched cooking gear and gorgeous views.

Therese H

Verified

January 26, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

2

The meadow next to the river is great for xC skiing & snowshoeing. Saw moose, lynx, and other tracks.

Casey E

Verified

November 10, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

5

This is my favorite Forest service cabin - but don't tell anyone about it! Amazing views, very comfortable couch with a gorgeous wood burning fire and it was left very nice and tidy for us! Also some great walks down to the river straight from the cabin. We hope to stay again soon!

Warren F

Verified

September 5, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

5

Wonderful place even on a completely socked in rainy day. Spent our time between the front porch and the wood stove. Hope to visit again in fair weather.

Holly A

Verified

March 23, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN

5

We only were able to stay one night but so glad to find some winter. The cabin was cozy and stayed very warm. Plenty of wood and everything worked in the kitchen. It has been many years since we had visited, very impressed with the new floors and furniture. The road into the cabin was in good shape. The North Fork road was not plowed but was packed down by traffic. Enjoyed going into the park and skiing on the road to Kintla Lake. Road to park entrance is a bit rough and had large puddles. Definitely need a good vehicle made for winter.

Location Schnaus Cabin

Address:
10 Hungry Horse Drive, P.O. Box 190340
Hungry Horse, MT, 59919
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 48.8372 / -114.352

Elevation: 1115 feet

Policies & Rules

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There is a maximum stay of three consecutive nights with a total of seven days per calendar year. Check-out time is 1200 pm. Check-in time is 2 pm.

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Grizzly bears frequent the area. Food, garbage and other bear attractants must be stored properly. In most cases this means keeping them inside the cabin or hard-sided vehicle. 

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To avoid frozen pipes in winter, please use a wash basin for gray water and dump it in the vault toilet.

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Pets and livestock are not allowed at the cabin.

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Minor maintenance work may be conducted during cabin rental period; stay away from other buildings on-site.

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Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack-it-in, pack-it-out' facility.

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Firewood is provided for heating purposes only; please replenish cut wood supply prior to departure.

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Conserve propane by minimizing use of lights and setting the thermostat at 55 degrees while away from the cabin.

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Contact the ranger district office at (406) 387-3800, during business 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.

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The cabin remains locked; a combination lock code will be contained in the reservation confirmation letter.

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Guests must clean cabin prior to departure; a fee will be charged if extra clean-up is needed.

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Commercial use of cabin is prohibited.

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Firewood is available from October 1st to May 1st. Please do not use provided firewood in the outdoor fire pit.

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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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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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