Whitetail Yurt
Campground · Montana · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Kootenai National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- 35 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 6
- People per site
- 2,916 ft
- Elevation
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.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Vehicles up to 35 ft
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: WHITETAIL YURT
Site types
- 1 Yurt
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.
1 campsite at Whitetail Yurt
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 | WHITETAIL YURT | Yurt | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Riverfront | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Troy, Montana, follow Highway 2 west for 9.5 miles to Yaak Highway 508. Follow Yaak Highway 508 for 24 miles to Whitetail Campground. The yurt is in site 9.
From Bonners Ferry Idaho, follow HIghway 95 north for 3.5 miles, turn right on Highway 2 and follow for 20 miles. turn left onto Yaak Highway 508 and follow for 24 miles to Whitetail Campground. The yurt is in site 9.
48.82771, -115.81448 · 48°49'39.7"N 115°48'52.1"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 2.7 | 2.1 | 3.0 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.2 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.6 | 2.4 | 3.9 | 3.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Whitetail Yurt
- Can you reserve a site at Whitetail Yurt?
- Yes, Whitetail Yurt is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Whitetail Yurt have?
- 1 site.
- What is the maximum RV length at Whitetail Yurt?
- 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Whitetail Yurt?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Whitetail Yurt.
- Are campfires allowed at Whitetail Yurt?
- Campfires are allowed at Whitetail Yurt. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 406-295-4693
- Email dthorstenson@fs.fed.us
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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