Whitetail Yurt
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.
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Site mix
| Yurts | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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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.
| Nearest town | Troy, Montana |
| Coordinates | 48.8277° N, 115.8145° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireUpper Smith
37 mi from the campground · 4,848 acres · 41% contained
- WildfireParker Lake
37 mi from the campground · 1,531 acres · 1% contained
- WildfireSilver
41 mi from the campground · 2,593 acres · 30% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Everything RV ↗ | 32.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | North 40 ↗ | 48.9 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 0.4 miGrizzly Mountain ↗8.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowmobile
- 1.6 miSpread Creek Snowmobile ↗12.9 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2 miUpper Whitetail Snowmobile ↗9.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.4 miPete Creek Snowmobile ↗18 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 4.7 miBaldy Mountain4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowmobile
- 4.9 miBaldy Spring0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowmobile
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Kootenai National Forest.
- inKootenai National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,622,202 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
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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.
Recreation
Opportunities abound from this location. Hiking, fishing, floating, hunting, scenic and historical driving tours are just some of the activities to be enjoyed.
Nearby
The town of Yaak is located approximately 5.3 miles northeast where you can grab a bite to eat or attend a community event.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Whitetail Yurt?
Sites at Whitetail Yurt are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Whitetail Yurt?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Whitetail Yurt have?
1 site, including 1 yurt.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Whitetail Yurt?
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Whitetail Yurt?
Yes, pets are allowed at Whitetail Yurt. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Whitetail Yurt?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Whitetail Yurt?
Opportunities abound from this location. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Whitetail Yurt?
Troy, Montana. The town of Yaak is located approximately 5.3 miles northeast where you can grab a bite to eat or attend a community event.
Source: Getting there
What if Whitetail Yurt is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Whitetail Campground (under 0.1 mi, partly first-come), Pete Creek Campground (2.2 mi, first-come), and Red Top Campground (6.6 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby