Big Crk cabin
BIG CREEK Summer
A corral is available.
Rear porch at Big Creek Cabin
Snowy day at the cabin

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Parking Parking
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Bedrooms Bedrooms
Sleeping Capacity Sleeping Capacity

About Big Creek Cabin

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.

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

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Campground Amenities

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Parking Parking
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Bedrooms Bedrooms
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Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Fire Pit
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly

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01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN

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  • 11 guests

Site Details

Up to 11 guests
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Surface: Gravel
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Reviews

46 reviews

Summary

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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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4.4

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Richard M

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May 24, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN

I live in the area, and have stayed at innumerable cabins not just in the area but the whole rocky mountain range. This cabin is easily the best best BEST. Big Creek's babbling water and the crackle of a warm fire, and the wonderfully spacious interior of the cabin, make it so tranquil. The cabin has 11 beds total, all twin-mattresses. 8 of those are on 4 bunk beds. 2 bunk beds in 1 room, 2 in another, and then there is a single twin bed in its own room. The last 2 twin beds are, at this time, placed together in the main living space to form 1 large bed, but can be separated if you wish.

The pictures on the reservation page don't do this spot justice. Here is an Imgur album with some photos I took: https://imgur.com/a/ePN9cng

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Richard M

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May 24, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN

I live in the area, and have stayed at innumerable cabins not just in the area but the whole rocky mountain range. This cabin is easily the best best BEST. Big Creek's babbling water and the crackle of a warm fire, and the wonderfully spacious interior of the cabin, make it so tranquil. The cabin has 11 beds total, all twin-mattresses. 8 of those are on 4 bunk beds. 2 bunk beds in 1 room, 2 in another, and then there is a single twin bed in its own room. The last 2 twin beds are, at this time, placed together in the main living space to form 1 large bed, but can be separated if you wish.

The pictures on the reservation page don't do this spot justice. Here is an Imgur album with some photos I took: https://imgur.com/a/ePN9cng

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Donna D

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November 16, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN

Easy to drive to without snow. Plenty of parking. 11 single beds (4 sets of bunks, 2 in each room, 1 in a tiny room, 2 set up as a king in the living area). Wood-burning stoves for heat and for cooking. Lovely stream right behind the cabin. Huge outdoor fire pit. Tons of hiking/horse trails all over the area. Big modern pit toilet (should’ve brought toilet paper!). A smattering of pots, pans, utensils, bowls, puzzles, books, games, etc.) great experience overall!

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Donna D

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November 16, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN

Easy to drive to without snow. Plenty of parking. 11 single beds (4 sets of bunks, 2 in each room, 1 in a tiny room, 2 set up as a king in the living area). Wood-burning stoves for heat and for cooking. Lovely stream right behind the cabin. Huge outdoor fire pit. Tons of hiking/horse trails all over the area. Big modern pit toilet (should’ve brought toilet paper!). A smattering of pots, pans, utensils, bowls, puzzles, books, games, etc.) great experience overall!

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Amanda B

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January 6, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN

This is such an amazing cabin. The walk in in the winter is short and sweet and very easy to pull a sled. We love having the multiple sleeping rooms and the tables for games and meals together. We will continue to make memories here in the future. Thank you so much for having this available to us!

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Amanda B

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January 6, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK CABIN

This is such an amazing cabin. The walk in in the winter is short and sweet and very easy to pull a sled. We love having the multiple sleeping rooms and the tables for games and meals together. We will continue to make memories here in the future. Thank you so much for having this available to us!

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Location & Directions for Big Creek Cabin

5242 Highway 89 South, Livingston, MT 59047 United States

Elevation: 1,733 ft

Getting There

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 ...

Nearest town

Livingston, MT - 35 mi

About 47 min to downtown

Highway access

The cabin is accessible via Highway 89, located approximately 34 miles north of the cabin near Livingston.

Near Yellowstone National Park

The closest entrance is: North Entrance

Approximate drive: 27.2 mi · 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: October 22, 2026

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