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e USFS has rebuilt
the stone chimney
and restored the roof,
windows, and walls
in order to ensure the
safety of its guests and in
2014, a southern-facing
front porch was added in order to return the cabin to its historic
character.
Maxey Cabin, which can sleep four, is only one-quarter of a
mile from Hyalite Reservoir and there are several skiing trails
nearby, groomed by the Friends of Hyalite. Visitors may park
at the access road off Hyalite Canyon Road and ski, snowshoe,
or hike the short distance to the cabin. Hyalite Canyon Road
is plowed through a partnership with Gallatin County, but it
may take up to 24 hours.
BIG CREEK CABIN
Krisy Hammond has gone with her family on an annual
ski-and-cabin stay for several years, typically overnighting
in Spanish Creek Cabin. "But there's been no snow on the
road the last two years,"
Hammond explains.
So last year the family
visited Big Creek Cabin
in Paradise Valley.
e original Big
Creek Cabin was built
in 1907 and stands two stories tall next to the 1924 Big Creek
Guard Station, which is also available for rent. is newer
cabin, at least relative to 1907, has beds to accommodate 11
people, an ancient Monarch cook stove, and a newly installed
heat stove. With five rooms and two separate porches, the Big
Creek Cabin is the largest in the Yellowstone district.
e cabin is south of Livingston off of Highway 89. From
Big Creek Road you need only go five miles to the parking
area. e last half-mile you may traverse on foot or by ski.
Big Creek sits deep in the canyon at an elevation of only
5,800 feet; however you may continue on the Big Creek Trail
14 miles to reach Windy Pass. All in all, this cabin is a great
choice for groups, as its easy access lets you bring everything
from the cooler and bed roll, to extra games and gear.
✔ Heat Loss
✔ Cold Drafts
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