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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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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
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
Great cabin with lots of space and sleeping areas. Love the back area with large fire put and picnic tables. Went I. The winter and the walk from the parking area was very short and easy to do.
Great cabin with lots of space and sleeping areas. Love the back area with large fire put and picnic tables. Went I. The winter and the walk from the parking area was very short and easy to do.
Loved this cabin, we were there on a chilly weekend and the stove was perfect to cozy us up after outside adventures. There is definitely a pack-rat in the ceiling who is very active at night, and mice in the walls, but they kept to themselves.
Loved this cabin, we were there on a chilly weekend and the stove was perfect to cozy us up after outside adventures. There is definitely a pack-rat in the ceiling who is very active at night, and mice in the walls, but they kept to themselves.
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Location & Directions for Big Creek Cabin
5242 Highway 89 South, Livingston, MT 59047 United States
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
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.