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Big Creek Cabin

Big Creek Cabin is located in the Custer Gallatin National Forest near Livingston, Montana. The terrain features forested areas and mountainous landscapes. Weather in the area typically sees highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 10°F in winter. Nearby attractions include Yellowstone National Park and the Yellowstone River, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Custer Gallatin National Forest

Overview

The original Big Creek Cabin was built in 1907 and it still stands on this site. The current cabin, a former guard station, was completed in 1925 and sits right next to the original. Big Creek Cabin is the largest cabin in the Yellowstone District, a 28-by-40 log structure with five rooms and two porches. It offers rustic accommodations with limited amenities. Guests will need to bring much of their own gear and supplies. The cabin is accessible by vehicle when there's no snow, however, four-wheel drive is strongly recommended. In the winter, skis or snowshoes are required to cover the half-mile to the cabin from the plowed road. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety.

Recreation

A trailhead is located near the cabin that leads to three different trails for hikers and equestrians. One of these trails heads into the Gallatin Range. Good trout fishing is available in Big Creek. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are popular winter pastimes.

Natural Features

Big Creek Cabin is located in an area known as Paradise Valley, where the peaks of the Gallatin Range fracture the western sky and the Absarokas rise to the east. The cabin sits in a flat clearing surrounded by spruce and fir trees at an elevation of 5,800 feet. Big Creek flows about 50 feet from the back porch. Bears, elk, deer and moose are frequently seen in the vicinity.

Fee Info

Request for refunds or cancellations must be made through the National Recreation Reservation Service, in accordance with their policy. Changes to online reservations can only be made via the NRRS Contact Center: 1-877-444-6777. Within the Yellowstone Ranger District, refunds for weather or accessibility issues on the day of arrival or later will not be considered. Refunds will not be considered for conditions resulting from poor housekeeping by previous visitors.

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Location

Big Creek Cabin is located in Montana

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Directions

From Livingston, drive south on Highway 89 for approximately 34 miles to Big Creek Road and a sign for Mountain Sky Guest Ranch. Turn right at the sign and follow Big Creek Road for about 5 miles to the cabin. High-clearance, four-wheel drive vehicles are strongly recommended. In winter, the road is plowed to Mountain Sky Guest Ranch. Park in the small parking lot just west of Mountain Sky Guest Ranch. Cross-country skis or snowshoes are required the last half-mile to the cabin from the end of the plowed road. The road gate just past Mountain Sky Guest Ranch closes from Dec. 2 to May 15, annually, for protection of the road.

Address

5242 HIGHWAY 89 SOUTH
Livingston, MT 59047

Coordinates

45.3077778 N
110.9233333 W

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Reviewed Jul. 11, 2018

Great way to unplug

This is great starter canine for someone looking to see if hike in camping is for them. This is maybe half a mile from parking area. No electricity, cell service, or bathroom has an out house. Also has a stove I think sleeps 12. Wildflowers and Wildlife everywhere. Again a must for a beginner and really a sweet spot for anyone with a big group looking for quiet.

Frequently Asked Questions

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