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VerifiedJanuary 5, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
Excellent cabin with two wood fired stoves (one for heating and one for cooking) and lots of wood provided by the forest service.
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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
46 reviews
Big Creek Cabin offers a fantastic experience with its spacious interior, multiple sleeping arrangements, and a lovely outdoor fire pit. Guests appreciate the easy access in winter, ample parking, and nearby hiking trails. While some critters were noted, they did not detract from the overall enjoyment, making it a memorable spot for future visits.
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January 5, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
Excellent cabin with two wood fired stoves (one for heating and one for cooking) and lots of wood provided by the forest service.
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January 5, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
Excellent cabin with two wood fired stoves (one for heating and one for cooking) and lots of wood provided by the forest service.
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February 17, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
We loved our stay at Big Creek! The trail in was pretty well packed and did not require skis for the 1/4 mi or so walk to the cabin. Be aware there was only one pot and one large pan for cooking food. We are accustomed to the huge variety of cooking and kitchen stuff brought into cabins and this one was definitely spare. That said, this was by far and away the cleanest cabin I have ever stayed in! Definitely will be returning! Also suggest whomever goes in next brings along an extra set of sock-style propane lantern mantles- we replaced the ones that were there but there with our own.
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February 17, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
We loved our stay at Big Creek! The trail in was pretty well packed and did not require skis for the 1/4 mi or so walk to the cabin. Be aware there was only one pot and one large pan for cooking food. We are accustomed to the huge variety of cooking and kitchen stuff brought into cabins and this one was definitely spare. That said, this was by far and away the cleanest cabin I have ever stayed in! Definitely will be returning! Also suggest whomever goes in next brings along an extra set of sock-style propane lantern mantles- we replaced the ones that were there but there with our own.
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March 2, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
Such a cool spot! Went here in the Winter, parked and snowmobiled in. Had a great time with family and friends. Plenty of bunk beds, table space. We didn’t spend a lot of time outside, because it was so cold. One person in our party went cross country skiing. Cozy cabin, would definitely return.
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March 2, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
Such a cool spot! Went here in the Winter, parked and snowmobiled in. Had a great time with family and friends. Plenty of bunk beds, table space. We didn’t spend a lot of time outside, because it was so cold. One person in our party went cross country skiing. Cozy cabin, would definitely return.
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June 12, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
We've stayed at Big Creek Cabin every year for the last 13 years. It's spacious, clean and fun! We fish in the creek (when the water isn't running too fast), hike most every day, cook fantastic meals over the outside fire pit, play board games and just relax!!! Great place to do so!
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June 12, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
We've stayed at Big Creek Cabin every year for the last 13 years. It's spacious, clean and fun! We fish in the creek (when the water isn't running too fast), hike most every day, cook fantastic meals over the outside fire pit, play board games and just relax!!! Great place to do so!
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October 5, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
What a beautiful cabin in a very nice setting. The USFS has done a lot to keep it clean, in great shape and solid. As of today, there are a few windows that are plywooded up because they are being restored. When that is finished it will be amazing. Just fyi, the kitchen supplies are very limited, no knives, forks, or spoons and crappy cookware. So bring your own setups. We bought a nice skillet and donated it to the cabin, so hopefully it will stay there. The wood stove is awesome. Also, this cabin sits directly on Big Creek Road and it dead ends, but there are lots of hunters and hikers driving up and down the road and it’s close to the Mountain Sky Ranch. It was pretty mellow for the most part, but I only mention this because it might be an issue for some people. There are 11 mattresses in the cabin. It’s a great spot, great hiking nearby and fishing and close to Yellowstone. If you need supplies, buy them in Livingston as Gardiner is a total hole in the wall with very limited options. There’s also the Sinclair in Emigrant which is fantastic.
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October 5, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
What a beautiful cabin in a very nice setting. The USFS has done a lot to keep it clean, in great shape and solid. As of today, there are a few windows that are plywooded up because they are being restored. When that is finished it will be amazing. Just fyi, the kitchen supplies are very limited, no knives, forks, or spoons and crappy cookware. So bring your own setups. We bought a nice skillet and donated it to the cabin, so hopefully it will stay there. The wood stove is awesome. Also, this cabin sits directly on Big Creek Road and it dead ends, but there are lots of hunters and hikers driving up and down the road and it’s close to the Mountain Sky Ranch. It was pretty mellow for the most part, but I only mention this because it might be an issue for some people. There are 11 mattresses in the cabin. It’s a great spot, great hiking nearby and fishing and close to Yellowstone. If you need supplies, buy them in Livingston as Gardiner is a total hole in the wall with very limited options. There’s also the Sinclair in Emigrant which is fantastic.
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5242 Highway 89 South, Livingston, MT 59047 United States
Elevation: 1,733 ft
From Livingston, drive south on Highway 89 for approximately 34 mi 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 mi to the cabin. High-clearance, four-wheel drive vehicles ...
From Livingston, drive south on Highway 89 for approximately 34 mi 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 mi 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.
The cabin is accessible via Highway 89, located approximately 34 miles north of the cabin near Livingston.
The closest entrance is: North Entrance
Approximate drive: 27.2 mi · 47 min
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
Last updated: October 22, 2026