Camping cabins near Milltown, Montana provide convenient access to both the Clark Fork River and Interstate 90. The area sits at approximately 3,200 feet elevation in western Montana with summer temperatures typically ranging 75-90°F during peak season. Many cabin rentals in this region serve as base camps for fishing adventures on nearby Rock Creek, known for its population of brown trout.
What to do
Fishing at Rock Creek: Access premier trout waters close to Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground. "Camping is tight but fly fishing is very good. Friendly people with great food. Beautiful country," notes Jack T.
Mini Golf and Swimming: Family recreation facilities are available at Granite Peak RV Resort. "Great amenities, well taken care of, individually owned... mini golf, gym, shop with stickers," reports Riley F. The resort maintains a pool open through early October.
River Activities: Many cabins provide water access for tubing or cooling off. Reames C. comments on Ekstrom's: "Great river access and shady spots with some full hookups available. Dump station is nice too!"
Visit Garnet Ghost Town: Located 45 minutes from most Milltown cabin sites, this preserved mining town offers a glimpse into Montana's past. "Beautiful views here along the Clark Fork River with lots of things to do in the nearby area including visiting the Garnet Ghost town," writes Jason A. about staying at Bearmouth RV Park.
What campers like
Riverside Locations: Many visitors appreciate cabins situated near water features. The Holmestead Dry Cabin gets positive reviews for its creek access, with Carolyn H. sharing that "this cabin is so lovely, my dogs had a blast playing in the stream."
Unique Accommodations: Beavertail Hill State Park Campground offers distinctive lodging options. Miranda M. notes, "The tipis were a lot of fun to sleep in! The river trail was beautiful to walk."
Clean Facilities: Well-maintained bathroom facilities matter to cabin campers. Brad B. reports, "My family and I loved this campground. We are tent campers. It was well-laid-out... The staff was super friendly. Facilities were clean."
Playgrounds and Recreation Areas: Family-friendly features enhance the cabin camping experience. At Jocko Hollow Campground, Douglas M. observed it's "nice and small and tucked away so that you can explore the woods and wilderness around it."
What you should know
Train Noise: Rail lines run near several cabin locations, creating potential noise disturbances. David H. warns about Beavertail Hill: "The train mentioned in another review is a pretty big deal breaker though honestly. The tracks are right next to the wall in spaces. And during my visit on a weekday it was about every 2 hours."
Water Supply Issues: Some campgrounds experience periodic water quality concerns. Andrea B. notes about Ekstrom's: "Staff provided jugs of water due to the water boil notice, but we would have preferred a discount from the $53 charge for our no water / no electric site."
Internet Connectivity: WiFi quality varies significantly between cabin locations. Julia M. shares about Granite Peak: "Wifi was horrible - didn't work well at all and took at least 5 mins to load a page and then sometimes would not even load after all of that time."
Seasonal Operation: Many cabin facilities close during winter months. The BarbDave B. review of Beavertail Hill indicates "The park is relatively small, but the sites all seemed large enough and well spaced. There were a few large RVs there."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-Friendly Activities: Missoula KOA Holiday offers extensive children's programming. Desiree D. confirms "Playground, pool, mini golf, clean showers, restrooms and laundry! It was great!"
Cabin Camping with Children: Craig L. provides detailed insight: "This place is an oasis... From the bike rental to the playground, putt putt golf, swimming pool (2 Adult hot tubs - very clean)... My daughter wanted me to add that they have three very large bunnies that roll around the campground. She loves them."
Safety Features: Some cabins include security measures for families. Boondocks H. mentions about Missoula KOA: "Stayed one quick night in the 'Tent Village' where each site gets a pie shaped section of an octogon. Everything was fine."
Tips from RVers
Site Widths: RV cabins vary significantly in space allowances. Jennifer H. cautions about Missoula KOA: "We paid for a deluxe extra wide site. We have a 27ft Class C with a drivers side slide. Not a tiny RV but by no means large. When being directed to our site I was asked to move over so our tires weren't near the grass."
Cabin Location Recommendations: Strategic site selection enhances the experience. BarbDave B. recommends: "We stayed here 3 nights as part of a 9-night trip. We loved the site we were in (9). It was along the water and opened up to a grassy area and the river."
Power Requirements: Electricity capacity differs between cabin options at Bearmouth RV Park, where hanaa explains: "This campsite is pristine, next to a beautiful river, mountains all around. There is a good amount of space between RV campsites, all of which have water and electric."
