Rillway Cabin

415 S. Front Street, Townsend, Montana, United States

RILLWAY CABIN

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Bedrooms Bedrooms

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1 total site

Cabins

1 site

About Rillway Cabin

Rillway Cabin is located 14 miles east of Townsend, Montana along scenic Deep Creek in Helena National Forest. Its history can be traced to Dr. A.C. Kelly, a physician who arrived in Townsend in 1915 and served as mayor from 1920-1924. In 1918, Dr. Kelly obtained a term permit from the Forest Service for the cabin site. The cabin was built between 1918 and 1922, then sold to Nellie Hale Averill and her son-in-law, Floyd L. Hollaway. By 1924, the cabin was known as "Rillway," a combination of the Averill and Hollaway family names. Today the cabin is a comfortable, rustic getaway for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in west-central Montana. It offers the easiest access of any cabins on the Helena National Forest, being accessible by vehicle year-round. Several amenities are offered, but guests will need to bring some of their own supplies.

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

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Bedrooms Bedrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking

Cabin Interior

  • Bedrooms
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Site Details

Up to 6 guests
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Reviews (47)

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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

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47 reviews
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Mike G

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March 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

4

Cabin in good shape

alex m

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April 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

4

Quiet, peaceful. .clean

Evan P

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May 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

3

The location is fantastic - saw an American Dipper fishing for its family in the stream right outside the cabin. Highway noise is present but bearable. The rough part is the cabin - six broken windows and a serious rat problem, with a fair amount of rodent poop on surfaces when we arrived. The gnawing sounds kept me up almost all night, I ended up sleeping in the car. Note that we had ZERO food inside the cabin.

Kayleigh D

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October 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

5

Best cabin! Very clean, once we got the fire going it kept the home all warm for us. We were in awe that our puzzle had all its pieces there! 10/10 experience!

Todd K

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October 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

5

Todd K

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October 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

5

Lindsay R

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February 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

5

Beautiful cabin we love staying here!

Paul B

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February 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

5

No comment

Robert P

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May 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

5

The cabin is in a particularly nice spot.

Amy Rose A

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November 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN

5

Great cabin in a very accessible spot. Very roomy and cozy at the same time.

Location Rillway Cabin

Address:
415 S. Front Street
Townsend, MT, 59644
United States

Highway access

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

Distance to downtown

14 mi drive to downtown Townsend (about 14 min)

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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

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