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Whitetail Yurt

Kootenai National Forest, Montana

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As of October 2026, Whitetail Yurt is a campground in Kootenai National Forest, Montana with 1 campsite. Whitetail Yurt is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Whitetail Yurt is located at 48.8277° N, 115.8145° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Whitetail Yurt reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

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1 site open on Oct 3 at Whitetail Yurt. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 1 October 2026, 02:00 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 5 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 15 nights
Maximum per transaction: 1 reservations per transaction
Reservations close: 3 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Whitetail Yurt, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Whitetail Yurt

Yurt 1

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, photography.

All sites at Whitetail Yurt, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the WHITETAIL YURT loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
09	Yurt	6

About Whitetail Yurt

Overview

The Whitetail Yurt is nestled among the pine trees along the Yaak River within Whitetail Campground. Enjoy the comforts of a domed tent with a locking door, windows and wooden floor in this 16' yurt.

Recreation

Opportunities abound from this location. Hiking, fishing, floating, hunting, scenic and historical driving tours are just some of the activities to be enjoyed.

Facilities

This rustic yurt sleeps three with floor room for a couple more. The provided bunk bed with mattresses has a twin as the top bunk and a full-size bed as the bottom bunk. There is also a table and four chairs.

A vault toilet, firewood and potable water are available within the campground.

Guests must bring cooking, cleaning and sleeping supplies. There is no heat source supplied. Guests are expected to pack out all trash and clean the yurt before leaving.

Natural Features

The yurt is situated adjacent to the Yaak River at an elevation of 2,918 feet within the Salish Mountain Range of the Rocky Mountains in the Kootenai National Forest. Yaak River and its many tributaries provide habitat for a variety of trout and big game animals. The Yaak Valley has been an important route through history as a trail for the Kootenai Indians, early prospectors and loggers.

Nearby Attractions

The town of Yaak is located approximately 5.3 miles northeast where you can grab a bite to eat or attend a community event.

Rules and notices at Whitetail Yurt

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Whitetail Yurt on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

The Yurt is secured with a combination lock; please call the Ranger District at (406)295-4693 prior to arrival to confirm the combination

Check-in 2:00 pm/Check-out 11:00 am

Potable water at the campground is available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. If you are staying before or after these dates make sure to bring enough from home for cooking, drinking and washing.

Access depends on weather conditions

Please pack out all trash and food and clean yurt 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.

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 visite dontmovefirewood.org

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Whitetail Yurt FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Whitetail Yurt?

Whitetail Yurt 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 Whitetail Yurt?

Cancellations happen frequently at Whitetail Yurt, 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 Whitetail Yurt have?

Whitetail Yurt has 1 campsites.