About Schnaus Cabin
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Cooking and Fire
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Cabin Interior
- Heating
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001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
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Reviews (86)
What Guests Are Saying
Schnaus Cabin is a favorite retreat for locals, praised for its cleanliness, beautiful forest location, and enjoyable amenities like campfires and nearby hiking. While some issues were noted, such as propane odors and a roof leak, guests appreciated the cozy atmosphere and improvements like upgraded mattresses and new windows. Overall, it offers a peaceful escape with stunning views and a comfortable setting for relaxation.
What Guests Are Saying
Schnaus Cabin is a favorite retreat for locals, praised for its cleanliness, beautiful forest location, and enjoyable amenities like campfires and nearby hiking. While some issues were noted, such as propane odors and a roof leak, guests appreciated the cozy atmosphere and improvements like upgraded mattresses and new windows. Overall, it offers a peaceful escape with stunning views and a comfortable setting for relaxation.
Review Summary
cyndi s
VerifiedAugust 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
8 friends+great food+lots of laughter+great weather+ building memories= a great weekend
cyndi s
VerifiedAugust 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
8 friends+great food+lots of laughter+great weather+ building memories= a great weekend
Ron P
VerifiedJuly 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
Know that the road to the cabin is rough and dusty and takes quite some time to get there. No cell service or wash facilities
Ron P
VerifiedJuly 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
Know that the road to the cabin is rough and dusty and takes quite some time to get there. No cell service or wash facilities
Christopher R
VerifiedMarch 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
Such a beautiful spot. Great views of the mountains and when there is alpenglow.... WOW.
Christopher R
VerifiedMarch 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
Such a beautiful spot. Great views of the mountains and when there is alpenglow.... WOW.
Melisa P
VerifiedMarch 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
In wintertime, bring cross country skis, snowshoes, and "grippers" to attach to your boots so you won't slip on ice. You never know what the ice and snow will be like. We used snowshoes and grippers, but it was way to icy and steep to use skis. You can easily walk from the cabin to the shore of the North Fork of the Flathead River in 30-40 minutes. Bring a pair of binoculars so if you have clear skies you can zoom in on the peaks of the continental divide. Bring a lot of water for drinking and for washing dishes and pans. We made some wonderful meals at the cabin. Expect to have a wonderful time.
Melisa P
VerifiedMarch 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
In wintertime, bring cross country skis, snowshoes, and "grippers" to attach to your boots so you won't slip on ice. You never know what the ice and snow will be like. We used snowshoes and grippers, but it was way to icy and steep to use skis. You can easily walk from the cabin to the shore of the North Fork of the Flathead River in 30-40 minutes. Bring a pair of binoculars so if you have clear skies you can zoom in on the peaks of the continental divide. Bring a lot of water for drinking and for washing dishes and pans. We made some wonderful meals at the cabin. Expect to have a wonderful time.
Cris C
VerifiedMarch 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
Bring firewood for the outdoor firepit. Bring stadium style chairs for sitting on the metal grate benches around the fire. Reload the cabin's firewood from the shed, the combination is the same as the cabin (this info used to be in the instructions but the part that says it's actually in the shed wasn't on our instructions this year). Bolting the latch on the front door helped us keep the leak of cold air from entering. Bring a bright lamp for playing games in the dark, the propane mantel lanterns are not very bright. In the winter when you need to drain your dishwater into the vault toilet, it's handy to bring an empty 5 gallon bucket with a handle to make hauling easier. Bring old socks to put on the metal toilet seat... brrrr... at 10f. Enjoy the views!
Cris C
VerifiedMarch 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SCHNAUS CABIN
Bring firewood for the outdoor firepit. Bring stadium style chairs for sitting on the metal grate benches around the fire. Reload the cabin's firewood from the shed, the combination is the same as the cabin (this info used to be in the instructions but the part that says it's actually in the shed wasn't on our instructions this year). Bolting the latch on the front door helped us keep the leak of cold air from entering. Bring a bright lamp for playing games in the dark, the propane mantel lanterns are not very bright. In the winter when you need to drain your dishwater into the vault toilet, it's handy to bring an empty 5 gallon bucket with a handle to make hauling easier. Bring old socks to put on the metal toilet seat... brrrr... at 10f. Enjoy the views!
Location Schnaus Cabin
Address:
10 Hungry Horse Drive, P.O. Box 190340
Hungry Horse, MT, 59919
United States
From Columbia Falls, travel north on Nucleus Avenue and turn east on Railroad Street at the stop sign. This becomes North Fork Road as it travels over the railroad overpass. Continue north on this gravel road for 42 miles to the intersection with Forest Road 10372 and look for the sign for Schnaus Cabin. Go east for less than a half-mile and turn north at the sign for Schnaus Cabin. The majority of the road from Columbia Falls to Scnaus Cabin is gravel, so be prepared for dust during your drive and at the cabin.
Latitude & Longitude: 48.8372 / -114.352
Elevation: 1115 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Maximum stay is three consecutive nights, with a total of seven days allowed per year. Check-in is at 2 PM and check-out is at 12 PM.
- For weather and road condition updates, contact the ranger district office at (406) 387-3800 during business hours. No refunds for weather-related issues.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Wildlife & food storage
- Store food and garbage properly to avoid attracting bears. Keep them inside the cabin or a hard-sided vehicle.
Utilities
- Use a wash basin for gray water and dispose of it in the vault toilet to prevent frozen pipes in winter.
- Minimize light usage and set the thermostat to 55 degrees when not in the cabin to conserve propane.
Pets
- Pets and livestock are prohibited at the cabin.
Safety & rules
- Minor maintenance work is allowed during your stay, but avoid other buildings on-site.
- Bring your own garbage bags as this facility operates on a 'pack-it-in, pack-it-out' basis.
- The cabin is locked. You'll receive a combination lock code in your reservation confirmation.
- Clean the cabin before departure; a fee applies for extra cleaning.
- This remote cabin may have mice; use supplies provided to trap them and keep the cabin clean to prevent issues.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood is for heating only. Please replenish the wood supply before you leave.
- Firewood is available only from October 1 to May 1 and cannot be used in the outdoor fire pit.
- Obtain firewood locally to prevent pest spread; do not move firewood from other areas.
Site types & loops
- Commercial use of the cabin is not allowed.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
