Deer Creek Cabin
Open year-round. Reservations available via Recreation.gov with a 5-night maximum stay. Limited firewood is currently available at the cabin. Winter road conditions may make trailhead access impassable; call the Yellowstone Ranger District for current conditions.
Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:40PM MDT until September 20 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
A slow moving weather system will continue to impact the region through Sunday. The risk of flooding continues, especially over Southeast Montana and Northeast Wyoming. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible, along with flash flooding over recent burn scars. * WHERE...All of South Central and Southeast Montana, and Sheridan County Wyoming. * WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The heaviest rainfall is slowly shifting over Southeastern Montana and Northeast Wyoming. The risk of flooding over south-centeral Montana is decreasing. - The Robertson Draw, East Side, Elk, and McGhee-Remington burn scars are particularly vulnerable to Flash Flooding and debris flows. Any other burn scars from this summer will have elevated Flash Flood potential as well. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
From Recreation.gov
There is limited firewood available at the Deer Creek Cabin. Please plan accordingly. Call district at 406-222-1892 for further information.
About
The Todd Family built Deer Creek Cabin between 1953 and 1960 as a summer cattle-grazing retreat and fall hunting base. The Forest Service acquired the cabin in 1993, and it has survived two forest fires. Today it serves as a year-round recreation rental in a remote, wildlife-rich setting that includes bear, moose, elk, deer, and antelope. The single-room cabin accommodates up to 4 guests with a double bed and bunk beds (no mattresses provided). Heating comes from a wood stove, and cooking options include both a wood cookstove and a propane cookstove with lantern. There is no electricity or running water; guests must treat creek water or bring their own. An outhouse with pit toilet is located outside. Basic cooking supplies, table and chairs, axe, and cleaning gear are provided. Three trail routes lead to the cabin, each 4-5 miles long. Summer access is by foot, horse, or OHV under 50 inches wide. Winter access is by ski, snowshoe, or snowmobile. All routes may require fording Lower Deer Creek multiple times, with water depths ranging from 6 inches to several feet in spring. Horse corrals are available on site. The area offers excellent fishing, hunting, and backcountry exploration opportunities.
Directions
From Big Timber, take I-90 east to Exit 384 (Bridger Creek). Turn south and travel 8.2 miles to the junction of Main Bridger and West Bridger Creek Road. Turn right onto West Bridger Road and continue 4 miles to the Jim's Gulch Trailhead parking area. Hike or ride Trail 129 for about 1 mile, then follow the ridge to the divide and descend to Lower Deer Creek Trail 5. Turn south on Trail 5 and continue 1.5 miles upstream to the cabin. Alternative routes via Placer Gulch Trailhead (5.2 miles, ATV/horse/foot) or Tie Cutter Trailhead (ATV) are also available.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 222-1892 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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