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Schnaus Cabin

Flathead National Forest, Montana

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As of October 2026, Schnaus Cabin is a campground in Flathead National Forest, Montana with 1 campsite. Schnaus Cabin is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Schnaus Cabin is located at 48.8372° N, 114.3517° W.

people allowed on each site: 12

Schnaus Cabin reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Schnaus Cabin

Cabin 1

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Schnaus Cabin, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA SCHNAUS CABIN loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
001	Cabin	12

About Schnaus Cabin

Overview

Schnaus Cabin is located near the Wild and Scenic North Fork of the Flathead River, in the Flathead National Forest. It can host up to 12 guests for a scenic, peaceful mountain vacation. The rustic dwelling provides a superb setting for fishing, hiking, bird watching and much more in the Whitefish Mountains.

The fully accessible cabin can be reached via vehicle and a parking area is located outside the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. The majority of the road from Columbia Falls to Schnaus Cabin is gravel, so be prepared for dust during your drive and at the cabin.

Recreation

Summertime activities include hiking, rafting and fishing. In winter, visitors enjoy cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Bird and wildlife watching are also pleasing pastimes, and guests may see elk, moose or bears in the area.

Facilities

The cabin is equipped with a propane cook stove, heater, lights, a wood stove and accessible vault toilet. Furnishings include two double beds and a bunk bed on the main floor, plus twin beds located in the loft.

No drinking water or electricity is available. Guests should bring plenty of water, bedding, food, flashlights and basic camping gear, among other necessities. Click here for more cabin details.

Natural Features

The cabin sits near a creek and some ponds, a short hike from the North Fork Flathead River. It is surrounded by scattered pine trees and lies within a meadow at an approximate elevation of 3,700 feet, in the Whitefish Range of the Rocky Mountains.

The Glacier View Ranger District is bordered on the east by the North Fork of the Flathead River and Glacier National Park. To the north is Canada and west is the Kootenai National Forest.

Nearby Attractions

Polebridge Mercantile is located seven miles south of Schnaus, offering limited supplies.

Rules and notices at Schnaus Cabin

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Schnaus Cabin on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

There is a maximum stay of three consecutive nights with a total of seven days per calendar year. Check-out time is 1200 pm. Check-in time is 2 pm.

Grizzly bears frequent the area. Food, garbage and other bear attractants must be stored properly. In most cases this means keeping them inside the cabin or hard-sided vehicle.

To avoid frozen pipes in winter, please use a wash basin for gray water and dump it in the vault toilet.

Pets and livestock are not allowed at the cabin.

Minor maintenance work may be conducted during cabin rental period; stay away from other buildings on-site.

Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack-it-in, pack-it-out' facility.

Firewood is provided for heating purposes only; please replenish cut wood supply prior to departure.

Conserve propane by minimizing use of lights and setting the thermostat at 55 degrees while away from the cabin.

Contact the ranger district office at (406) 387-3800, during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) for updates on weather and road conditions; refunds will not be given for inclement weather or road conditions.

The cabin remains locked; a combination lock code will be contained in the reservation confirmation letter.

Guests must clean cabin prior to departure; a fee will be charged if extra clean-up is needed.

Commercial use of cabin is prohibited.

Firewood is available from October 1st to May 1st. Please do not use provided firewood in the outdoor fire pit.

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.

This is a remote cabin that may be unoccupied for extended periods of time. Mice may be present in cabin - there are supplies to trap mice and remove safely in cabin. Please do your part to help mitigate rodents by picking up food crumbs, cleaning thoroughly, and trapping mice if they are present.

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Schnaus Cabin FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Schnaus Cabin?

Schnaus Cabin is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Schnaus Cabin?

Cancellations happen frequently at Schnaus Cabin, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Schnaus Cabin have?

Schnaus Cabin has 1 campsites.