Ben S
VerifiedFebruary 5, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
Great and clean cabin!
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About Window Rock Cabin
Window Rock Cabin was built in 1940 and now offers a year-round retreat for outdoor enthusiasts. It is ideally located in one of Gallatin National Forest's most popular recreation areas.
The cabin is accessible by car in the summer. During the spring (from March 31st through May 15th) the road to the cabin is closed to motorized vehicle traffic every year. Guest should be prepared to hike or bike 12 mi to the cabin during this period.
During winter months the access road is infrequently plowed, so guests should be prepared with a four wheel drive, high clearance vehicle or to ski up to 12 mi to the cabin.
Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
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Summary
Window Rock Cabin offers a magical experience with stunning views and a super clean environment, including the cabin, fire pit, and outhouse. The cabin is well-maintained and spacious enough for more than four people, making it ideal for family gatherings. While access may require winter driving skills, guests appreciate the relaxing atmosphere and plan to return for future visits.
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Stephen H
VerifiedJune 18, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
Had a great stay at Window Rock Cabin. The cabin is well maintained and the surroundings are beautiful.
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Bryson S
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
It was good.
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Linda A
VerifiedJuly 23, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
A very relaxing time with family from out of state.
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Whitni C
VerifiedNovember 13, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
Gem of a little cabin.
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Kaitlin R
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
One of the cleanest forest service cabins I’ve ever been to. Great pit toilet too! Road hadn’t been plowed but with winter driving skills and a subaru with 8.7 in of clearance made it fine to the pull out designated for the cabin off the single lane road past the reservoir and palisades trailhead. We bright a snow shovel that came in handy to dig out the spot and continue the tradition of digging out the path to the cabin, pit toilet, and wood shed. We used a standard plastic kid sled to haul our stuff up the path. Came with my 66 year old mom and she was able to make the walk easy peasy. Will definitely be back in the future with friends to use the beds in the loft and crosscountry ski especially now that I saw that the crescent lake trail connects to the trail at the cabin.
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Robert W
VerifiedJune 17, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
Great little cabin in Hyalite. I would sleep more than four people here though. Great fire pit area and beautiful views.
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stephanie B
VerifiedJuly 11, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
The cabin was super clean, as well as the parking lot, fire pit, outhouse, and the area around the cabin.
Wonderful views.
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Elizabeth S
VerifiedMarch 13, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
Great as always! From bare ground to 18” overnight…pure magic! We had Window rock in February and the axes really need to be sharpened!
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Lane M
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WINDOW ROCK CABIN
Beautiful location. Immaculately clean. Perfect trails with a variety of types to choose from. Picked this cabin from a Google search for cabins with corrals. Unfortunately, the cross rails on the corrals are not intact. Bring other means of containment if you're bringing livestock.
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Location & Directions for Window Rock Cabin
3710 W Fallon St. Suite C, Bozeman, MT 59718 United States
Elevation: 2,076 ft
Getting There
From Bozeman, MT: Drive south on S. 19th Ave. for about 7 mi. Turn left onto Hyalite Canyon Road FS 62. Drive about 12.7 mi to the Window Rock Cabin access road and gate on the right (west) side of the road. Use the cabin combination to unlock the...
From Bozeman, MT: Drive south on S. 19th Ave. for about 7 mi. Turn left onto Hyalite Canyon Road FS 62. Drive about 12.7 mi to the Window Rock Cabin access road and gate on the right (west) side of the road. Use the cabin combination to unlock the gate. Please close the gate behind you. Continue past the gate for about 656.2 ft to Window Rock Cabin.
Winter Route, December to March 31: the directions are the same except that you must park at the junction of Hyalite Road FS 620 and the Window Rock Cabin access road (which is 12.7 mi from S. 19th Ave.) From there you may hike, ski, or snowshoe the final 656.2 ft to the cabin. Please park in the wide pullouts to the side of the road so that snowplows and other Forest visitors can pass.
Hyalite Canyon Road, FS 62, closes to all motorized vehicles the evening of March 31 through May 15. Cabin renters must be prepared to walk, ski, or bike approximately 12 mi to the cabin when the road is closed. ROAD CLOSURE INFORMATION: (Please refer to the Motor Vehicle Use Map )
Snowmobiles are not allowed at this cabin or anywhere in Hyalite Canyon past Moser Road FS 6210.
Hyalite Canyon Road FS 62 is intermittently plowed during the winter
Highway access
Hyalite Canyon Road (FS 62) serves as the primary access road to Window Rock Cabin from Bozeman, MT. There are no interstates or major highways within 25 miles of the cabin.
Near Yellowstone National Park
The closest entrance is: North Entrance
Approximate drive: 39.9 mi · over 1 hr (68 min)
Policies & Rules
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- The cabin remains locked; a combination lock code to the cabin is included in the confirmation email or letter
- Access to Window Rock Cabin is affected by seasonal road closures. (See below and refer to the Motor Vehicle Use Map)
- Water is not available in the cabin; water obtained from nearby natural water sources should be treated prior to use
- Please be aware; this facility is not cleaned between every user visit. Visitors are advised to clean high-touch surfaces upon arrival and prior to departure. Cleaning supplies will not be provided, so it is recommended that guests bring their own.Hantavirus notice: Guests should be aware that there is a risk of exposure to hantavirus when visiting remote cabins; click here to learn more
- No garbage service; please bring garbage bags and pack out all trash and belongings.
- Bears frequent the area; guests must carefully follow the food storage order for Custer Gallatin National Forest (Click here for more information)
- Provided firewood is for indoor use only for indoor heating and cooking. Cabin users will bring or gather firewood for outdoor use. Provision of firewood is difficult at all times of year and impossible during the winter months.Burning of Wood Pallets is prohibited.Campfires must be contained within the fire ring adjacent to the facility; no other campfires are authorized.
- Candles are not permitted inside the cabin
- Federal regulations prohibit firing a gun or use of any other weapon in or within 150 yards of a developed recreation site, across or on a road or body of water, or in any circumstance whereby any person may be injured or property damaged; violators will be prosecuted. Target Shooting is prohibited in the Hyalite Canyon Drainage.
- Pets are not recommended at the cabin; solid pet wastes must be removed within 100 yards of cabin
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Last updated: October 25, 2026
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