Cabin camping options around Ovando, Montana provide accommodations ranging from rustic to fully furnished across several locations. Most cabins require reservations, especially during summer months when temperatures average 70-85°F. The area sits at approximately 4,100 feet elevation in the Blackfoot River Valley with proximity to wilderness areas and forests.
What to do
Fishing access: Multiple cabin locations offer river access for fishing. At Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground, visitors can walk down to Rock Creek for fishing opportunities. "Great river access and shady spots with some full hookups available. Dump station is nice too!" reports one camper.
Nature trails: Explore walking paths near cabin accommodations. Beavertail Hill State Park Campground offers trails for wildlife viewing. "Nature trail was fun and bathrooms were excellent. Very clean. Camp host was friendly as well. Power hook ups. Firewood vending machine!!!!!" notes a visitor.
Historic exploration: Some cabin areas feature historic structures or nearby ghost towns. "Beautiful views here along the Clark Fork River with lots of things to do in the nearby area including visiting the Garnet Ghost town, Philipsburg, Deer Lodge, Anaconda, Butte and Missoula," mentions a reviewer at Bearmouth RV Park.
What campers like
Water features: Many cabin sites provide water access for recreation. At Camp Paxson, visitors appreciate the lakefront setting. "Sone of my favorite summer memories are at this campground. Primitive cabins with electricity and bunk beds but nothing else. Dock to jump off of. Trails all over seely lake," reports one camper.
Game rooms: Several cabin facilities include indoor recreation spaces. Boulder Creek Lodge offers entertainment options. "After we ate, we went down stairs to the game room and played pool, table soccer and checkers for about 4 hours," shares a visitor who rated their experience 5 stars.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained showers and bathrooms rank high with guests. "We took showers in the downstairs bathroom/shower house. Huge clean shower stalls," notes a Boulder Creek Lodge visitor, while another adds, "Clean, quiet. Very nice people running it. Quick check in, quiet. Good WiFi, no att cell service. Level campsites. Large shower/bathroom area."
What you should know
Train noise: Several cabin locations experience periodic train traffic. Beavertail Hill has railroad tracks nearby that affect some guests. "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," reports one visitor.
Seasonal water issues: Water quality can vary by location and season. At Ekstrom's Stage Station, a visitor noted: "Absolutely beautiful. 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 access varies significantly across cabin sites. "WiFi sand cell service worked great," mentioned an Ekstrom's Stage Station guest, while others reported limited or no cell service at more remote cabin locations.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some cabin areas offer dedicated play equipment. Bernie & Sharons Riverfront RV Park features family-friendly areas. "Large grounds, well maintained with green grass for the kid to run in. Walk to the river is about 3-5 min. Spaces were large," reports a visitor.
Recreation options: Cabins with additional activities appeal to families with children. "The campground had some cool teepees and is great for group sites... it's mostly a car camping campground," notes a visitor to Beavertail Hill State Park Campground.
Budget-friendly cabins: Several locations offer affordable cabin options. "Enjoyed our stay as a stopover on way south to Big Sky. People we met there loved it so much that they've come back year and year again. Best of all is the story of the host... offers a safe and fun place, rescued animals, keeps camping costs affordable bc had 9 kids and couldn't afford to stay at RV parks," shares a Bernie & Sharons visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site spacing: Cabin areas with RV options vary in site size. "Spacious spots, some mountain views. A bit of road traffic noise, but still quiet," notes a reviewer at Bernie & Sharons Riverfront RV Park. "It has large spaces and nice walking area. It is nice that the owners have intentionally kept prices down too," adds another.
Arrival assistance: Some camping cabins near Ovando offer check-in help. "We were greeted at the entrance by 2 gentlemen that showered up on golf carts, showed us our way to our site and even guide us when backing to our site," reports a visitor to Bernie & Sharons.
Utility connections: Hookup positions can require planning. "Need about 20 foot of sewer hose to reach the sewer drain," cautions a Granite Peak RV Resort visitor. For electric vehicle users, Bernie & Sharons accommodates charging needs: "We were driving an electric car(Tesla) and were told that we could use the 30 amp to recharge it at no extra costs."
