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About Big Creek Cabin
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Cooking and Fire
- Fire Pit
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
Cabin Interior
- Toilet Type
- Bedrooms
- Sleeping Capacity
- Heating
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01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN
Site Details
Reviews (46)
What Guests Are Saying
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.
What Guests Are Saying
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.
Review Summary
Conlin R
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.
Conlin R
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.
Lauren S
VerifiedFebruary 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 mile 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.
Lauren S
VerifiedFebruary 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 mile 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.
Kelsey R
VerifiedMarch 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.
Kelsey R
VerifiedMarch 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.
Donna K
VerifiedJune 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!
Donna K
VerifiedJune 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!
Henry W
VerifiedOctober 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.
Henry W
VerifiedOctober 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.
Location Big Creek Cabin
Address:
5242 Highway 89 South
Livingston, MT, 59047
United States
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.
The cabin is accessible via Highway 89, located approximately 34 miles north of the cabin near Livingston.
Elevation: 1733 feet
35 mi drive to downtown Livingston (about 47 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- 5 night maximum stay limit
- The cabin remains locked; guests must CHECK their confirmation letter for the cabin combination. When operating the combination locks, line up the numbers and squeeze the handle and base together. the lock will pop open.
- Water is not available in the cabin; water obtained from nearby natural water sources should be treated or boiled before consumption to prevent Giardia
- A high clearance, four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended to access the cabin
- Please bring your own propane canister for the lantern
- Cell phone coverage is either limited or not available in this area
- Guests must carefully follow the food storage order for Gallatin National Forest; Click here for more information
- The primary occupant is responsible to ensure all members of their party abide by U.S. Forest Service regulations
- Maximum group size for using the facility and adjacent area is 15 people
- No garbage service; please bring garbage bags and pack out all trash and personal belongings
- Stock Corral provided for 6 stock animals; if used, please clean corral before leaving. Hay and feed brought to the site for stock must be certified weed-free. Out-of-state horses must have current Coggins testing.
- 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.
- Please collect your own firewood for campfires
- No liquid fueled (white gas) stoves or lanterns allowed in the cabin or on the porch
- Firing a gun or use of any other weapon in or within 150 yards of the cabin is NOT allowed
- Guests should be aware that there is a risk of exposure to Hantavirus when visiting remote cabins; click here for more information
- Click here for more information about Gallatin National Forest
- Please call the Livingston office of the Yellowstone Ranger District at (406) 222-1892, during business hours: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. MST, Monday through Friday, for current weather conditions/alerts, information and questions about the cabin.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
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Last updated: September 7, 2026