Upper Ford Ranger Station
Upstairs Bedroom 2 - 2 twin beds
Upstairs Futon couch/queen bed
Upstairs bedroom 1 - 1 queen bed
Living Room Futon couch/queen size bed

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access
Kitchen Kitchen

About Upper Ford Cabin Rental

The Upper Ford Ranger Station is situated near the Yaak River at an elevation of 3 ft within the Rocky Mountains in Kootenai National Forest. This remote cabin was built in 1926 and was at the heart of the Upper Ford Ranger District until 1942, when it was combined with the Yaak Ranger District and became a remote work center. The cabin is open year-round and is accessible by car. Several amenities are provided, but guests will need to bring some of their own supplies and gear.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Jan 1 to Dec 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Kitchen Kitchen
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly

Cabin Interior

  • Kitchen
  • Heating
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001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

🏠 Cabin
  • 10 guests
  • Pet Friendly

Site Details

Up to 10 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Back-in
Campfire
Pet Friendly
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Reviews (51)

What Guests Are Saying

Upper Ford Cabin Rental receives positive feedback for its great location, cleanliness, and cozy atmosphere, making it a wonderful place for relaxation and outdoor activities. Guests appreciate the well-stocked kitchen and the charm of the historical cabin, often enjoying visits from wildlife. However, some issues like firm mattresses, mosquito presence, and the need to bring certain supplies like toilet paper are noted.

Review Summary

4.3
51 reviews
5
58.8%
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4
23.5%
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9.8%
5
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5.9%
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Tom H

Verified

June 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

5

Second time staying here. Found the cabin to have been well cleaned from the previous visitors. Fished Hawkins lake and did some other hiking and sightseeing. Great place to get away.

Lindsay W

Verified

April 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

5

Wonderful cabin with plenty of space and amenities. The creek right by the fire pit is quite the treat.

Tim D

Verified

April 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

5

Great place to stay. We will be back.

Carolyn P

Verified

March 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

5

Loved the cabin and even though it is March we found the cabin warmed up quickly. We were very comfortable. Our Texas company enjoyed it!

Shari C

Verified

February 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

4

Nice cabin. Great time. No issues.

Annamarie O

Verified

December 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

5

Fantastic time! Great cabin, advice I'd give is to make sure you have shorts to sleep in since it gets HOT on the second floor. Also bring extra lights as the propane lights are not quite enough to cook over the stove when its dark. Last bit of advice is bring ALL your food and dishes in coolers/tubs. The mice problem is BAD.

Diane H

Verified

October 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

3

Great cabin love the views. Make sure to bring a lighter, or matches for the propane lights.

Deena O

Verified

October 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

4

We love the upper ford cabin! We visited twice this year both time with lots of kids! such a kid freind cabin with plenty of gas area to play outside and lists of sleeping arrangements. There us a waterfall with a very short walk within a couple of miles that we love to swim in during the summer.

Marta M

Verified

October 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

5

Being able to afford to stay in a cozy cabin, in the great Yaak wilderness right next to the river, because the Forest Service continues to offer this to regular Montanans across the state. I am so grateful and hope that these cabins are always there for us!

Randy W

Verified

September 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: UPPER FORD CABIN RENTAL

4

This is a very nice cabin in a beautiful location. All propane at this time but appears it will have electricity soon. All appliances worked. The only complaint I have is whoever assembled the beds did it improperly so you feel like you are in a crib and have to climb over a rail. My wife was upset because someone had not picked up their dogs poop in the yard and she stepped in it on her way to the toilet. Come on people, pick up after your dogs!

Location & Directions for Upper Ford Cabin Rental

12858 Us Hwy. 2, Troy, MT 59935-8750 United States

Elevation: 913 ft

Getting There

From Troy, Montana, take US Highway 2 west for 9.5 mi to Yaak Highway 508. Follow Yaak Highway 508 for 30 mi north to the town of Yaak. Follow Yaak 92 approximately 7 mi to the junction with Upper Ford Road 8025, stay to the right. The cabin is ap...

Nearest town

Troy, MT - 47 mi

About 59 min to downtown

Highway access

The property is accessible via US Highway 2, approximately 9.5 miles from Troy, Montana, and Yaak Highway 508, which leads north to the town of Yaak.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

11AM

General

  • The cabin is secured with a combination lock; please call the the Ranger District at (406) 295-4693 prior to arrival to confirm the combination
  • Horses are not allowed in the cabin area. Please use the corrals provided. Certified weed-free hay is required
  • There is no water; guests must provide their own for drinking, cooking and washing
  • Pets are allowed, but no pets on the furniture
  • Please pack out all trash and food and clean cabin before departure
  • There is a 5 consecutive day stay limit. A break of 7 days is requested before making another reservation. 
  • Be aware, this facility is not cleaned between user visits. It is up to individual renters to bring their own cleaning supplies and clean before and after site use.
  • Learn more about the Kootenai 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: October 22, 2026

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