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VerifiedJanuary 25, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA CABIN CREEK CABIN
Not a lot of help or maintenance from FS local office. Pretty typical in this district. Every other district we’ve stayed in does a better job.
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The Cabin Creek Cabin is a clean and well-equipped space with stunning views in a beautiful location. Guests appreciated the wood supply and the cabin's charm. However, some noted the need for clearer information about water availability and the trail conditions, as well as a lingering odor that required airing out.
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January 25, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA CABIN CREEK CABIN
Not a lot of help or maintenance from FS local office. Pretty typical in this district. Every other district we’ve stayed in does a better job.
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January 5, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA CABIN CREEK CABIN
If you love the sound and smell of two stroke engines this is the cabin for you. We used a snowmobile to access the cabin, which is one of the most beautiful cabins I've ever been to, we knew there would be some snowmobiles, as thats the price you pay to get to a cabin on a snowmobile. But there were days I counted more than 50 snowmobiles in the drainage. They would drive within 6 ft of the cabin (a few managed to get closer), they park and hang out within 30 ft of the cabin, pretty much all day there was a group there. Unlike other cabins there is no "respect cabin users" sign. I suppose if you are a rider this would be fun, but even then we could hardly have a conversation outside. I didn't even see a bird in the area, its sad to think about the impact that many (high impact) users has. Maybe midweek non-holiday, maybe drop 50 trees on the groom on your way in, maybe this isn't the place for folks who like to "access" on a snowmobile.
There was wood, some pots and pans, stream was running enough to get water (got to dig through the snow), and the views were eye popping. The trail was easy to follow (look for the orange blazes off the groom and a trailer will make the going tough as there are some serious doo woops along the way) Thanks forest service for a rad opportunity, I just won't be using this one again.
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October 18, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA CABIN CREEK CABIN
It was fantastic. It was clean, easy to find, and plenty big enough. The hike had some decent vertical but nothing too crazy if you don’t have bad knees like I do.
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January 26, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA CABIN CREEK CABIN
It was great. Great cabin in a beautiful location
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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA CABIN CREEK CABIN
Had a great time there - I spent 2 nights. 1st night rained most of the night and it was nice not having to get up and pack up a wet tent. It was nice sitting on the porch out of the rain watching the flashes from lightening. No roof leaks. The screen door kept out the mosquitoes. The small table with bench inside was convenient for cooking, and eating breakfast and dinner. I brought my own stove and pans but there were pans in the cabin. 3 bunks inside iirc. I hope to rent it again next summer
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Po Box 520, West Yellowstone, MT 59758 United States
Elevation: 2,624 ft
Summer access from West Yellowstone:
Hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding: Take U.S. Highway 287 to Forest Service Road 681, Red Canyon Rd, then to the Red Canyon Trailhead. Follow trail #205 approximately 5 mi to the junction with Cabin ...
Summer access from West Yellowstone:
Hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding: Take U.S. Highway 287 to Forest Service Road 681, Red Canyon Rd, then to the Red Canyon Trailhead. Follow trail #205 approximately 5 mi to the junction with Cabin Creek Trail, then an additional 1 mi to the cabin. This is a backcountry cabin, expect a 6-7 mi hike one way.
Motorcycle: Access is possible via motorcycle July 16 - Oct 14 only due to motorized trail restrictions. Take U.S. Highway 287 to Forest Service Road 681, Red Canyon Rd, then to the Red Canyon Trailhead. Follow Trail #205 approximately 5 mi to the junction with Cabin Creek Trail, then an additional 1 mi to the cabin.
ATV/UTV: Access is possible for wheeled vehicles 50" or less in width July 16-Dec 1 due to motorized trail restrictions. Take U.S. Highway 191 to Forest Service Road 986, Tepee Creek Rd, then to Tepee Creek Trailhead. Follow trail #151 approximately 3.5 mi to the junction with Cabin Creek Trail #205. ATV/UTV riders must park at the junction and hike an additional 1 mi to the cabin. There is no direct cabin access via ATV/UTV.
Winter access from West Yellowstone: The cabin is adjacent to the Big Sky Snowmobile Trail. Head north from West Yellowstone by snowmobile or car approximately 9.5 mi on U.S. Highway 191. Parking is available at the Fir Ridge Cemetery pullout. The Big Sky Snowmobile Trail starts on the north side of U.S. Highway 191 and runs approximately 11 mi to the cabin.
During the early summer and fall, guests are encouraged to call the Hebgen Lake Ranger District at (406) 823-6961 for road/trail conditions.
The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 287 and U.S. Highway 191, both of which are within a reasonable distance from the cabin.
The closest entrance is: West Entrance
Approximate drive: 20.4 mi · 35 min
Last updated: October 22, 2026