Fox Creek Cabin
Open year-round. Langohr Road (FS 6230) is closed through June 15, requiring the 6-mile winter route from South Cottonwood Trailhead until then. Hyalite Canyon Road (FS 62) reopened May 15. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.
Red Flag Warning issued October 9 at 12:48AM MDT until October 9 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
* IMPACTS: Low humidities, unseasonably warm temperatures, and strong gusty winds will create erratic fire behavior and rapid spread for new or existing fires. * AFFECTED AREA: In North Central WY Fire Zones...274...284. In South Central MT Fire Zones...123...124...126. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central MT...Wheatland. In North Central WY...Big Horn...Johnson...Sheridan...Washakie. In South Central MT...Carbon...Park...Stillwater...Sweet Grass. In Southwest MT...Gallatin. * WIND: Southwest 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * HUMIDITY: As low as 7 percent. * TEMPERATURES: 84 to 90 degrees, warmest over Zone WY274. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The worst conditions are expected across the lower to middle elevations in fine fuels. The strongest winds are expected in mountain locations and the foothills west of Billings. Zone WY274 will see lower wind gusts of 15 to 25 mph.
Winter Storm Watch issued October 8 at 11:48PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy wet snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches along the Big Belt Mountains and between 6 and 12 inches above 7000 feet in the mountains of Madison and Gallatin counties. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains and Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially over mountain passes. Back country conditions may be very dangerous. Wet snow and gusty winds may down trees limbs and power lines.
About
Fox Creek Cabin is a historic former ranger station nestled in a small clearing surrounded by dense evergreen forest in the Gallatin Mountain Range. At approximately 6,700 feet elevation along South Cottonwood Creek, the cabin offers solitude and direct access to scenic backcountry trails with views of 10,154-foot Mount Blackmore and wildflower meadows. The small cabin accommodates a maximum of two people with bunk beds and mattresses. Amenities include a wood stove for heating and cooking, table and chairs, basic cookware, dishes, and utensils. An adjacent fire ring and vault toilet are provided. There is no electricity or running water; guests must bring their own water supply or treat natural sources. Firewood is not provided but dead and downed wood may be gathered. Wildlife in the area includes grizzly and black bears, wolves, mountain lions, moose, elk, deer, bighorn sheep, and Canada lynx. A food storage order is in effect. The South Cottonwood and History Rock Trails provide access for hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing depending on conditions.
Directions
From Bozeman, MT: Summer access (June 16 - December 1): Drive south on S. 19th Ave. for about 7 miles. Turn left onto Hyalite Canyon Road (FS 62). Drive 6.3 miles to Langohr Road (FS 6230). Continue about 5 miles to road's end. Hike approximately 2.5 miles on Trail 424 to the cabin. Winter access (December 2 - June 15): Drive south on S. Cottonwood Road for about 7.5 miles. Turn left onto Cottonwood Canyon Road and drive 2.1 miles to South Cottonwood Trailhead. Hike approximately 6 miles on South Cottonwood Trail 422 to the cabin access trail. A four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| 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) 522-2520 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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