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Parking
Picnic Table
Fire Pit
Bedrooms
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About Rillway 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
Picnic Table
Fire Pit
Bedrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Cabin Interior
- Bedrooms
01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Site Details
Reviews (47)
What Guests Are Saying
The Rillway Cabin offers a comfortable and relaxing getaway, featuring clean accommodations, a lovely creekside setting, and multiple fire options for guests. Many enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, lack of cell service, and the spacious layout suitable for larger groups. However, there are noted rodent issues, particularly with pack rats, and guests are advised to bring hard-sided storage for food.
What Guests Are Saying
The Rillway Cabin offers a comfortable and relaxing getaway, featuring clean accommodations, a lovely creekside setting, and multiple fire options for guests. Many enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, lack of cell service, and the spacious layout suitable for larger groups. However, there are noted rodent issues, particularly with pack rats, and guests are advised to bring hard-sided storage for food.
Review Summary
Josie E
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
It was perfect, we just wish we had another night!
deb s
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
such a very peaceful cabin to stay in, with the creek right there it was an awesome stay. hoping to stay longer next time
Stacy E
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Unfortunately previous guest did not tidy up as much as the should....lots and lots of cobwebs and dead bugs. Mop head needed changing!
Tiffany H
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Lots of fun!
Amy G
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Nice little two room cabin very close to a beautiful creek. Cabin is right off the highway could hear some car passing noise but not much. cabin has a nice little wood-burning stove that kept it plenty warm. Nice fire pit/grill outdoors for cooking. Overall cozy cabin and great experience
Suzanne H
VerifiedJanuary 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Beautiful cabin, convenient location and loved the creek in the back
Jill V
VerifiedOctober 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Best forest service cabin I’ve been to.
Christine E
VerifiedJanuary 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Very nice cabin, easily accessible year round with a nice creekside backyard area. Plenty of firewood for the two wood stoves, amongst several other accommodating supplies. Recommend bringing your own lighting and (biodegradable) cleaning supplies/sponge/towels.
Jill V
VerifiedJanuary 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
We had so much fun! Cabin is one of the nicer forest cabins. Loved the stream out back. The stove (not in the fireplace) doesn’t seal correctly so it burns through a lot of wood. The one in the fireplace works much better for heating the cabin.
Mike G
VerifiedFebruary 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Cabin in good shape except for the back door. it is only hanging on one hinge. We didn't use it while we were there. The front door is also questionable as it has a large gap you can see daylight through.
Location Rillway Cabin
Address:
415 S. Front Street
Townsend, MT, 59644
United States
The cabin is accessible year-round by vehicle. From the 4-way stop light in Townsend, turn east on Hwy 12. Follow the road for 14 miles and
watch for the Rillway Cabin sign along the right side of the highway at the 14-mile
marker. There is also a sign that welcomes you to the National Forest.
Please
note, only right turns are allowed when you leave the cabin area. Approximately
1 mile to the east is a pull out; use this to turn around if you must drive west.
Please respect the private lands that are near the cabin site.
Rillway Cabin is accessible via United States Highway 12, which can be reached from Townsend. The cabin is located approximately 14 miles east of Townsend along Hwy 12.
Elevation: 1425 feet
14 mi drive to downtown Townsend (about 14 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- Entry to the cabin is by combination lock, your reservation confirmation email will have the combination code.
- Do not leave food or trash outside the cabin
- All garbage and food must be packed out
- The cabin is a no-smoking facility
- Please clean cabin upon departure
- Make sure cabin is locked upon departure
- Learn more about the Helena National Forest
- 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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Last updated: September 9, 2026
