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48 reviews
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.
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January 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.
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October 15, 2020 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Best forest service cabin I’ve been to.
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January 31, 2020 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Beautiful cabin, convenient location and loved the creek in the back
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January 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
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January 23, 2020 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
Lots of fun!
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January 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!
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January 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
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA RILLWAY CABIN
It was perfect, we just wish we had another night!
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415 S. Front Street, Townsend, MT 59644 United States
Elevation: 1,425 ft
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 mi and
watch for the Rillway Cabin sign along the right side of the highway at the 14-mile
marker. There is also a ...
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 mi 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 mi 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.
Last updated: November 2, 2026
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Population: 1,967
Nearby city: Bozeman, MT
Approx. 46 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 3,842 ft
Townsend, MT
