Basin Station Cabin, Winter
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Basin Station Cabin, Winter
Basin Station Outhouse

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About Basin Station Cabin

Basin Station Cabin is a primitive, rustic, two-room structure located in the Hebgen Lake Ranger District of the Custer Gallatin National Forest. The cabin is open year-round. The adjacent road is heavily traveled. Winter guests can snowshoe, ski, or snowmobile to the cabin up to three miles from the nearest available parking. This cabin is parking accessible during warmer months. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and they must bring several of their own amenities.

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2026 (Current year)

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001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

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  • 4 guests

Site Details

Up to 4 guests
Surface: Gravel
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Reviews

65 reviews

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Basin Station Cabin is a clean, cozy, and spacious accommodation, making it an excellent base for exploring Yellowstone. Guests appreciated the rustic charm, warmth from the wood stove, and the beautiful, quiet surroundings, despite some local traffic. While the approach can be busy and icy conditions may be a concern, many found the cabin to be well-equipped and enjoyed their overall experience.

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4.4

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5 stars 58.5% (38)
4 stars 32.3% (21)
3 stars 3.1% (2)
2 stars 3.1% (2)
1 star 3.1% (2)

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Lareesa S

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October 4, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

What a dream it was to stay here! Some updates to the listing: the road to the cabin is paved, mattresses and cleaning supplies are provided. AT&T had great service. We used the wood stove and the wood was easy to access and we'll stocked. The outhouse was clean and new.

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Edward B

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July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

There were no frying pans so I called the ranger station and was told I had to make do with what was there but miraculously a brand new frying pan showed up the next morning and then the next day a few more sauce pans appeared on the porch. A big thank you for that really topped off a wonderful week at the cabin with good friends and family.

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Edward B

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July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

There were no frying pans so I called the ranger station and was told I had to make do with what was there but miraculously a brand new frying pan showed up the next morning and then the next day a few more sauce pans appeared on the porch. A big thank you for that really topped off a wonderful week at the cabin with good friends and family.

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Elias M

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July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

The cabin is really clean and comfortable. The area is beautiful and quiet, though there is some local traffic on the road out front. There are hiking trails and scenic walking. It's about a 20 min drive to the entrance to Yellowstone NP, 10-15 minutes to the town of W. Yellowstone. I had cell reception the whole time. Highly recommend for anyone looking to be comfortable but also somewhat secluded and with limited distractions.

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Elias M

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July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

The cabin is really clean and comfortable. The area is beautiful and quiet, though there is some local traffic on the road out front. There are hiking trails and scenic walking. It's about a 20 min drive to the entrance to Yellowstone NP, 10-15 minutes to the town of W. Yellowstone. I had cell reception the whole time. Highly recommend for anyone looking to be comfortable but also somewhat secluded and with limited distractions.

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Melissa W

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August 2, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

Cabin was much larger than we’d anticipated. The new outhouse was in great shape and wonderful to use. Just make sure you have enough water with you, but we’d definitely go back again!

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Melissa W

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August 2, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

Cabin was much larger than we’d anticipated. The new outhouse was in great shape and wonderful to use. Just make sure you have enough water with you, but we’d definitely go back again!

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Grant K

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October 5, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

Very cool and rustic cabin. Wood fire heater kept us very warm even in the cold temperatures. Plenty of firewood and kindling were provided along with the basic kitchen necessities. Outhouse is new and very clean. Highly recommend!

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Grant K

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October 5, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

Very cool and rustic cabin. Wood fire heater kept us very warm even in the cold temperatures. Plenty of firewood and kindling were provided along with the basic kitchen necessities. Outhouse is new and very clean. Highly recommend!

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James R

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October 17, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BASIN STATION CABIN

My border collies and I had a great experience, again. Basin Station is my favorite forest service cabin. I once again brought along a temporary fence to put on the west side of the property so the dogs would not wander on to the county road. On Monday October 7th I got some very nice photos of the Aurora Borealis with the scenic barn in the foreground. Thank You.

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Location & Directions for Basin Station Cabin

Po Box 520, West Yellowstone, MT 59758 United States

Elevation: 2,008 ft

Getting There

Summer directions from West Yellowstone: Proceed west on U.S. Highway 20 for approximately 6.5 mi. Turn right on Denny Creek Road and continue approximately two miles north. The cabin is located on the right side of the road.

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Nearest town

West Yellowstone, MT - 8.8 mi

About 12 min to downtown

Highway access

The cabin is accessible via U.S. Highway 20, located approximately 6.5 miles east from West Yellowstone.

Near Yellowstone National Park

The closest entrance is: West Entrance

Approximate drive: 9.8 mi · 17 min

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Keep the cabin lock combination code accessible; it's provided in the confirmation email or letter.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Safety & rules

  • Clean all high touch surfaces upon arrival and departure; bring your own cleaning supplies and pack out all trash and belongings.
  • There is no garbage service; bring garbage bags and pack out all trash.
  • Keep the fence gate closed to prevent horses from escaping.
  • Be aware of the risk of hantavirus exposure in remote cabins.
  • Check weather forecasts and road conditions prior to your visit.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Store all food and attractants inside the cabin due to frequent grizzly bear activity; compliance will be monitored.

Utilities

  • No water is provided in the cabin; bring your own or treat natural water sources.

Fires & fuel

  • Candles are prohibited inside the cabin.
  • Firewood is provided for indoor use only from October 1 to May 31; not available for outdoor campfires.

Site types & loops

  • No stock use is allowed at the cabin due to space limitations.

Pets

  • Pets must not be left unattended at the cabin.

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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