Sunlight Rangers Cabin
Open for reservations May through September. Reservations required via Recreation.gov; no walk-ins accepted. Check-in at 2:00 PM, check-out at 11:00 AM. 16-day maximum stay limit.
Flood Watch issued September 19 at 1:34AM MDT until September 20 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by moderate to heavy rainfall is possible, especially in terrain and poor drainage areas. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northwest Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills and Yellowstone National Park. * WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive rainfall may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas and around steep terrain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A slow moving weather system will move across Wyoming today through Sunday and bring rounds of showers and thunderstorms to the region, especially northern Wyoming. Any shower or thunderstorm could produce moderate to heavy rainfall across the Watch Area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Hydrologic Outlook issued September 18 at 10:20AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
ESFRIW A wet weather system will support periods of showers and thunderstorms across Wyoming Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. This weather system is funneling abundant tropical moisture into the state. Given this anomalously high moisture, many thunderstorms will feature heavy rainfall, possibly leading to localized flooding. Poor drainage areas, urban areas, and steep terrain will be the most susceptible locations for this isolated flooding. Many locations could see rainfall totals anywhere between 0.75" to 1.75" through Sunday afternoon, with a majority of this rain falling quickly in thunderstorms. Remember, if you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around don't down!
From Recreation.gov
Walk-up is not available at this facility. Available by reservation only through the call-center or web.
About
Sunlight Rangers Cabin is a historic three-bedroom log cabin located within the Sunlight Ranger Station in Shoshone National Forest, approximately 40 miles northwest of Cody, Wyoming. The cabin sits in scenic Sunlight Valley near Sunlight Creek, surrounded by a grassy meadow with mixed conifer forest covering the mountainsides. The cabin accommodates up to eight guests with two queen beds and two sets of bunk beds across three bedrooms. It features a fully equipped kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee pot, and complete cookware and utensils. The living area has a fireplace, and there's an indoor bathroom with bathtub and shower. Guests must bring their own linens, bedding, pillows, towels, and toiletries. There is no cell service at this location. Sunlight Creek offers excellent fly-fishing for cutthroat, rainbow, and brook trout, with fishing best in July after high water recedes. The surrounding area provides numerous trails for hiking, mountain biking, and off-road riding. Food storage is required due to bear activity. The cabin has a 16-day stay limit and is not accessible to persons with mobility impairments.
Directions
From Cody, drive approximately 16 miles north on Highway 120, then take Chief Joseph Scenic Highway (Highway 296) west for 22 miles, up and over Dead Indian Pass. Just before the Sunlight Bridge Overlook, turn left onto Sunlight Road (Forest Road 101) and drive west approximately 8 miles. The ranger station will be on your left; the cabin is on the east side of the station.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $225 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 527-6921 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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