Rillway Cabin
Townsend, Montana · 4,665 ft · In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 4,665 ft (1,422 m)4,665 ft1,422 m
Sites1
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About
Overview
Rillway Cabin is located 14 miles east of Townsend, Montana along scenic Deep Creek in Helena National Forest. Its history can be traced to Dr. A.C. Kelly, a physician who arrived in Townsend in 1915 and served as mayor from 1920-1924. In 1918, Dr. Kelly obtained a term permit from the Forest Service for the cabin site.
The cabin was built between 1918 and 1922, then sold to Nellie Hale Averill and her son-in-law, Floyd L. Hollaway. By 1924, the cabin was known as "Rillway," a combination of the Averill and Hollaway family names.
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Cell service
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Cell service at Rillway Cabin: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny38°29°
- WedMostly Sunny, 1% chance of rain45°32°
- ThuMostly Sunny54°36°
- FriSunny62°40°
- SatSunny63°38°
Nearby camping
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3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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