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Wapiti Cabin

Wapiti Cabin is located in the Custer Gallatin National Forest, where the terrain consists of forested areas and mountainous landscapes. The weather in this region typically sees highs around 80°F in the summer and lows near 0°F in the winter. Nearby attractions include Yellowstone National Park and Hebgen Lake, offering opportunities for exploration and recreation.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Custer Gallatin National Forest

Overview

Wapiti Cabin is a primitive, rustic, log structure open year-round for recreational enjoyment. It provides access to several trails for summer hiking and biking, and winter skiing and snowmobiling. The cabin can be accessed by vehicle in warmer weather, but snow conditions may require a six mile trek on skis, snowshoes, or by snowmobile. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and they must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

The junction of Taylor Fork Road and Wapiti Creek offers several trailheads leading into the Cabin Creek Wildlife Management Area. Mountain bikers will find several route options in the Wapiti Loops in Taylor Fork, including a 14-mile route that begins at the cabin. For winter sports enthusiasts, the Big Sky Snowmobile Trail is within 2 miles of the cabin, and it offers some of Montana's best backcountry snowmobiling. The area around Wapiti Creek also offers good terrain for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The cabin is open to stock, and there is a corral available for horses. A hitching rail surrounds the cabin for stock use. Please keep in mind that fall hunting season brings big game hunters to this area.

Natural Features

Wapiti Cabin is situated inbetween the Madison Mountain Range and the Gallatin Mountain Range at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Beyond the meadow, guests at the cabin can see dense stands of evergreens and rugged mountain ridges. Wapiti Creek flows nearby. The area around Wapiti Cabin is grizzly bear habitat, but it's also home to deer, elk, moose, and other wildlife.

Nearby Attractions

Wapitit Cabin is within the vacinity of West Yellowstone, MT, home of the West Gate to Yellowstone National Park. It is also close to Hebgen and Earthquake lakes as well as the Earthquake Lake Visitor Center.

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Location

Wapiti Cabin is located in Montana

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Directions

Summer access (May 16 to December 1): For summer access from West Yellowstone, proceed north on Highway 191 for approximately 33.5 miles. Turn left on Taylor Fork Road/Forest Service Road 134 and proceed approximately 3.5 miles. Turn left on Forest Service Road 2522 and proceed approximately 1.5 miles. The cabin is located on the right side of the road. Winter access (December 2 to May 15): Snowmobiling: From West Yellowstone, Montana, proceed north on Highway 191 for approximately 33 miles to the Sage Creek Trailhead parking area off of Highway 191. Follow the newly relocated Big Sky/Carrot Basin Trail for eight miles. Please note that the cabin is located on the edge of a winter wildlife closure area. Off trail snowmobiling around the cabin is permitted only to the south of the access road (on the left side, if traveling to and beyond the cabin). Trail grooming occurs December 1 - March 31 depending on snow conditions. View grooming report at destinationyellowstone.com/snowmobile. Trail maybe impassable due to weather. Skiing/Snowshoeing: From West Yellowstone, Montana, proceed north on Highway 191 for approximately 33.5 miles. Turn left on Taylor Fork Road/Forest Service Road 134 and proceed for approximately 4 miles to the small, privately plowed parking area at the Albino Lake Trailhead. From here, it is approximately 2-miles along the road (south) to the cabin. Please note: plowed driving access to the parking area at the Albino Lake Trailhead is not guaranteed. Parking for the cabin is not allowed past the trailhead - Do Not block private property. During the spring and fall, guests are encouraged to call the Hebgen Lake Ranger District at (406) 823-6961 for road conditions and access to the cabin.

Address

PO BOX 520
West yellowstone, MT 59758

Coordinates

45.04073 N
111.28621 W

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Reviewed Mar. 10, 2021

Taylor fork

I didn't rent the cabin but I stayed on several of the free sites its my favorite place to camp

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Wapiti Cabin?

    Wapiti Cabin allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

  • Does Wapiti Cabin have wifi?

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