Best Cabin Camping near North Fork, ID

Several rustic cabins are available in the North Fork, Idaho region, with options ranging from basic forest service structures to more comfortable resort accommodations. The Village at North Fork offers year-round cabin rentals with modern amenities including electricity, running water, and heating systems. Twin Lakes Cabin provides a more primitive experience with bunk beds but limited facilities. "Cabin was nice for our needs. Parking space was limited to one single vehicle without a trailer. Firewood and lantern were not provided," notes one Twin Lakes visitor. Most cabins include picnic tables and fire rings, while bathroom facilities vary from shared vault toilets to private bathrooms depending on the property.

Pet-friendly cabins can be found at select locations like The Village at North Fork, while others maintain strict no-pet policies. Cabin sizes range from intimate one-room structures sleeping 2-4 people to larger family accommodations. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. The seasonal operation varies significantly, with some properties like Twin Lakes Cabin operating only from June through September, while others remain open year-round. According to one Hogan Cabin guest, "With only 2 sets of bunk beds, my wife and I put the bedding on the floor and made a full sized bed. There's no running water so be sure to bring plenty."

Most furnished cabins provide basic furniture and sleeping surfaces but require visitors to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary widely, from simple fire pits with cooking grates to propane stoves and refrigerators in more deluxe units. The Village at North Fork includes a market for basic supplies, while more remote cabins require bringing all provisions. Drinking water availability differs between locations, with some providing potable water and others requiring guests to bring their own. Nighttime temperatures can drop significantly even in summer, so extra blankets are recommended regardless of season. Firewood may not be provided at all locations, so checking ahead or bringing your own is advisable for cabins with wood-burning heat sources.

Best Cabin Sites Near North Fork, Idaho (20)

    1. Twin Lakes

    6 Reviews
    Jackson, MT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 689-3243

    "It is a very off the beaten path, tucked away in the woods, true getaway from the busy city life."

    "Gorgeous views with the lakes nestled between mountains!  Plenty of space between sites.  Great hiking trail.  We didn't fish, but we watched others catch many trout out of kayaks with fly rods. "

    2. Andreas on the River RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Salmon, ID
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 756-2063

    $45 - $75 / night

    "We have done only boondocking but were tired and wanted proximity to town. A few spots left and asked for one on the river, which had its own deck."

    "Easy 5 minute walk to town. Great local grocery, bakery, and a few breweries."

    3. Twin Lakes Cabin (MT)

    1 Review
    Jackson, MT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 689-3243

    $55 / night

    "Cabin was nice for our needs.  Parking space was limited to one single vehicle without a trailer.  Firewood and lantern were not provided."

    5. Hogan Cabin

    1 Review
    Sula, MT
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 689-3243

    $45 / night

    "Spent 3 nights at Hogan Cabin, MT last summer (Aug 2018). I loved the isolation of the location. Up at 7200ft you get a little winded hiking around, but the incredible scenery is worth it."

    6. Sula Country Store and Resort

    3 Reviews
    Sula, MT
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 821-3364

    "I was camping at a nearby national park site that had a flyer for Camp Sula, saying that if you show the receipt from your stay you can use Camp Sulas shower, laundry facilities and wifi at no cost."

    "Just need space for dog fence. No problems checking in. Laundry. Bitterroot river on site. Children's fish lake. Did not use bath facilities. Looked good from out side. Cabins are log and adorable."

    7. May Creek Cabin

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    Gibbonsville, MT
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 689-3243

    $45 / night

    8. Gordon Reese Cabin

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    Gibbonsville, MT
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 689-3243

    $75 / night

    9. Twogood Cabin

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    Sula, MT
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 821-3913

    $30 / night

    10. Mccart Lookout

    1 Review
    Sula, MT
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 821-3913

    $30 / night

    "Well worth the drive and the short hike up the mountain. Beautiful views from all around the tower. Very peaceful and relaxing. The tower sleeps 2 with a bed platform."

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Cabin Reviews near North Fork, ID

20 Reviews of 20 North Fork Campgrounds


  • Juice B.
    Aug. 8, 2019

    Hogan Cabin

    Amazing remote location. Great wildlife viewing, snowshoeing, hiking, etc..

    Spent 3 nights at Hogan Cabin, MT last summer (Aug 2018). I loved the isolation of the location. Up at 7200ft you get a little winded hiking around, but the incredible scenery is worth it. Found a primitive A-frame structure in the woods about a mile from the cabin. Saw several deer and elk feeding in the field near the cabin, as well as a moose in the marsh along the creek. 

    The cabin itself is nothing to jump up and down about. With only 2 sets of bunk beds, my wife and I put the bedding on the floor and made a full sized bed. There's no running water so be sure to bring plenty. 

    There's an vault toilet in the outhouse. 

    There is also a HUGE fire pit with swinging grill for cooking.

  • T
    Aug. 23, 2020

    Sula Country Store and Resort

    Nicest, cleanest, friendliest

    I was camping at a nearby national park site that had a flyer for Camp Sula, saying that if you show the receipt from your stay you can use Camp Sulas shower, laundry facilities and wifi at no cost. I arrived there and the ladies working in the combination store/restaurant/gas and coffee station were so friendly and down to earth. I was given a towel and shampoo/conditioner for the shower, they had complimentary and coin washing machines, and coin dryers, all very efficient. After my shower and waiting for clothes to dry, I walked around the camp, the log cabins are adorable and cozy, each has its own porch, picnic table and adjacent fire pit. There is free put-put golf, horseshoes, tetherball and a small well stocked fishing pond with benches to watch the action or simply admire the beauty of the surroundings. It is close to the main highway but tucked back enough you feel "away" from the bustle. I enjoyed myself so much I inquired about camping there for the night & I would only need a parking space because I sleep in my truck bed canopy. They were full (accommodates RVs and tents) but offered a makeshift spot right by the creek. It was perfect. Because of COVID, they had limited reservations for dinner, and practiced social distancing and requested patrons wear masks. Not everyone participated with their request but were equally treated with kindness and respect. I highly recommend their breakfast, big fluffy pancakes and local meats. They kept the restaurant, showers & bathroom & store very very clean. The location is a landmark, the Lewis and Clark expedition camped there on their way to discover the west. I highly recommend them

  • m
    Jul. 11, 2018

    Twin Lakes

    Beautiful, Serene, Off the beaten path

    It is a very off the beaten path, tucked away in the woods, true getaway from the busy city life. Travel south on 278 from Wisdom, MT and take the chance on an 18 mile gravel road to find a place only you see in pictures and read about in magazines. Drive through open cattle ranges and find a beautiful campground nestled up to 2 small lakes connected by a shallow channel. Clear water to see the bottom where it's shallow enough. No motorized boats allowed, so bring your own kayak or canoe and a fishing pole or two to enjoy the refreshing waters at the bottom of the mountains. Even in July, you can see snow atop the mountains on the Montana-Idaho border.

    • Large, open water front spaces to set up "shop"
    • Site 10 had room for 3 tents, 3 SUVs, 1 picnic table + extra side table, fire ring/grill, canoe, chairs around fire and shoreline, laundry lines
    • Not crowded (maybe 5 sites taken when we were there)
    • Bathrooms are clean (but no locks or hand sanitzer...at least the one I used)
    • Water available
    • One bear storage container at front entrance
    • Must pack up and take out your own trash (no bear proof trash cans)
    • Fire rings with grills available
  • Chris J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2020

    Twin Lakes

    15 miles off the path

    Overall it was a great campsite. There are currently 17 camping spots with a cabin as well. The campsite is located right on the lake and it’s about a 15 mile commute on a gravel road to get there. If your plan is to stay at the campsite for the duration of your visit I would recommended it. But if you are going to explore the area you have to make the 30 mile round trip in order to get to the main road. It was also busy when we got there (Friday night) all 17 campsites were full. There are plenty of great campsites that aren’t 30 mile round trip on gravel roads. The actual sites itself were nice with picnic tables and fire pits.

  • Dan W.
    Sep. 22, 2021

    Twin Lakes Cabin (MT)

    Beautiful campground and view of mountain/lake

    Cabin was nice for our needs.  Parking space was limited to one single vehicle without a trailer.  Firewood and lantern were not provided.

  • Miles G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2021

    Mccart Lookout

    A bit of paradise

    Well worth the drive and the short hike up the mountain. Beautiful views from all around the tower. Very peaceful and relaxing. The tower sleeps 2 with a bed platform. Items provided are a coleman latern, a 2 burner propane stove, a wood stove for heat, a bow saw, and an axe.

    There is an outhouse on site along with a firepit.

  • Renita B.
    Aug. 8, 2019

    Sula Country Store and Resort

    Very comfortable.

    We are not hard to please. Just need space for dog fence. No problems checking in. Laundry. Bitterroot river on site. Children's fish lake. Did not use bath facilities. Looked good from out side. Cabins are log and adorable. Big ponderosa pine. Small store, with restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch. Super friendly staff. Gravel sites. Level.

  • Cia S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 27, 2020

    Andreas on the River RV Park

    Nice spot on river

    We have done only boondocking but were tired and wanted proximity to town. A few spots left and asked for one on the river, which had its own deck. Kind of shocked it was $45 a night after so much free camping !

    But nice to have hookups and our own deck looking over the river watching osprey fish

    Host is a bit peculiar, almost grumpy but if you chat for a bit he’s actually a wealth of local folklore Quiet enough. And felt private from other campers , so on a 12 night trip it was worth it. Walked to dinner at Shady Nook My second pic is a drive we took on Shoup Rd

  • C
    Oct. 31, 2019

    Yellowjacket Guard Station

    Great Wilderness Access

    This is one of the coolest places that I have ever stayed. I stayed here for a couple of nights before venturing into the Frank Church. Although this spot isn't quite in the wilderness, it sure feels like it! Driving up to Yellowjacket and through the abandoned mine sites feels like a step into the past. The "ghost town" looks more like several abandoned mines, but is still so interesting to see. The guard station sits in a little meadow beside a creek in a small canyon. The first night that I stayed here, the loudest thunder that I have ever heard rolled through the area! This is truly a wild, unpredictable, beautiful place.  The guard station is a lovely building. Depending on the time of year, there is available water, as well as water from the creek. There is a fire ring surrounded by stump seating in the field. There is a pit toilet a little ways from the guard station that oddly smells like pipe tobacco. There are also corrals for horses, and it seems like a great place to go riding. There aren't official tent sites, but there is lots of flat, grassy spaces that several tents can be comfortably set up in. I was in this area for about 2 weeks and didn't see anyone I didn't plan to! A refreshing breath of solitude. It is a pretty far trek to drive out, make sure to have directions ready ahead of time. In mid-May, this place was seemed like ground-zero for ticks. Watch out and check often! Other wildlife seen included rattlesnakes and deer, and I wouldn't be surprised if Bigfoot was hanging out here somewhere. This is a really unique place to experience and a great starting point to explore the Frank Church Wilderness and Salmon-Challis National forest. I would absolutely recommend visiting this spot.


Guide to North Fork

Cabins in the North Fork region provide rustic accommodations in mountainous terrain at elevations ranging from 3,500 to 7,200 feet. Seasonal access varies significantly due to mountain pass conditions and heavy snowfall during winter months. Cabin camping offers shelter from extreme weather while maintaining a wilderness experience.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Twin Lakes features a non-motorized lake with excellent trout fishing. According to Mark & Kelly G., "We watched others catch many trout out of kayaks with fly rods" at Twin Lakes.

Hiking nearby trails: Areas surrounding the cabins offer trails through diverse mountain terrain. At Mccart Lookout, a visitor notes, "Well worth the drive and the short hike up the mountain. Beautiful views from all around the tower."

Wildlife viewing: Forested cabin areas provide ample wildlife spotting opportunities. One guest at Hogan Cabin reports, "Saw several deer and elk feeding in the field near the cabin, as well as a moose in the marsh along the creek."

What campers like

Remote locations: Many cabins offer true seclusion from populated areas. A visitor to Twin Lakes mentions, "It is a very off the beaten path, tucked away in the woods, true getaway from the busy city life. Travel south on 278 from Wisdom, MT and take the chance on an 18 mile gravel road."

Water access: Several cabins are situated adjacent to lakes or rivers. At Andreas on the River RV Park, one camper appreciated having "our own deck looking over the river watching osprey fish."

Recreation amenities: Some properties offer additional recreational facilities. According to a visitor at Sula Country Store and Resort, "There is free put-put golf, horseshoes, tetherball and a small well stocked fishing pond with benches to watch the action."

What you should know

Road conditions: Access roads to many cabins require appropriate vehicles. One Twin Lakes visitor notes, "Road is best traveled with AWD-4WD. Campgrounds are nice and level for tents."

Temperature extremes: Mountain elevations create significant temperature fluctuations. A Twin Lakes camper warns, "in July it gets to be around 30* F at night so bring lots of extra blankets."

Insect preparation: Summer months bring mosquitoes to the region. As noted at Twin Lakes, "The mosquitos are terrible so bring lots of deet."

Limited parking: Some cabin sites restrict vehicle space. A visitor states, "Parking space was limited to one single vehicle without a trailer."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly fishing: Children can enjoy fishing ponds at select locations. A visitor at Sula Country Store and Resort mentioned "a small well stocked fishing pond" that's perfect for children learning to fish.

Non-motorized lakes: Several cabin locations feature lakes with restrictions that create safer water recreation. A Twin Lakes visitor noted, "No motorized boats allowed, so bring your own kayak or canoe and a fishing pole or two to enjoy the refreshing waters at the bottom of the mountains."

Nearby town access: Some cabin properties offer convenient access to town amenities. At The Village at North Fork, families can find market supplies and shower facilities to supplement cabin accommodations.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Children can observe wildlife from safe distances at multiple cabin locations. One Hogan Cabin guest found "a primitive A-frame structure in the woods about a mile from the cabin" that enhanced the exploration experience for their group.

Tips from RVers

Riverside locations: Some parks offer cabin alternatives with river views. A camper at Andreas on the River RV Park shares, "We enjoyed 2 nights here alongside the river with full hookups. The host was very kind and helpful with our questions."

Walking distance to towns: Certain cabin and RV parks provide convenient access to local services. An RVer notes, "Easy 5 minute walk to town. Great local grocery, bakery, and a few breweries."

Level sites: Many campgrounds with cabins also feature well-maintained RV spaces. A visitor to Sula Country Store and Resort reported, "We are not hard to please. Just need space for dog fence. No problems checking in. Laundry. Bitterroot river on site... Gravel sites. Level."

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