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State Park
Fox Creek Cabin
Custer Gallatin National Forest · Gallatin Gateway, MT
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- Address:Gallatin Gateway, MT
About
Overview
Fox Creek Cabin is a former ranger station located in a remote area. It is very small and offers only basic amenities. Guests will need to bring most of the gear and supplies they need to have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The cabin is located in a non-motorized area and can only be accessed by a 2.5-mile hike during the summer months, from the end of Langohr Road. A four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended for driving on Langohr Road. Winter access to the cabin requires hiking, skiing or snowshoeing about six miles from the South Cottonwood Trailhead.
Recreation
The South Cottonwood and History Rock Trails are used to access the cabin and are available for hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, depending on the conditions. Both trails connect to the Mount Blackmore Loop Trail, which offers views of the Hyalite Canyon at the summit of Mount Blackmore before descending to Blackmore Lake. Fishing is possible in the area, as well as hunting in the fall.
Facilities
The cabin has bunk beds with mattresses to accommodate up to two people. A small wood stove can be used for heating and cooking. A table with chairs, basic cookware, dishes, utensils and cleaning equipment are provided. An outhouse is equipped with a vault toilet. Electricity and water are not provided. Guests must bring their own water supply and flashlights or lanterns. Guests should also bring their own bedding, dish soap, toilet paper, garbage bags and other supplies. The cabin will need to be cleaned and all trash carried out prior to departure.
Natural Features
The cabin sits at an elevation of approximately 6,700 feet, next to South Cottonwood Creek in the midst of the Gallatin Mountain Range. It is situated in a small clearing surrounded by thick evergreen forest, so it is well hidden from the trails used to reach the cabin. The access trails offer scenic views of wildflower meadows and 10,154-foot Mount Blackmore. Wildlife in this area includes grizzly and black bears, gray wolves, mountain lions, deer, elk, moose, bighorn sheep and Canada lynx. Birders may see a wide variety of bird species.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Fire Rings
Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Fox Creek Cabin
Trail
Mount Blackmore via Blackmore Trail
Montana
10.8 mi4,035 ftgain
Expert
Trail
Hyalite Reservoir Loop Trail
Montana
3.3 mi846 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Lick Creek Hike
Montana
7.1 mi1,480 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
History Rock Trail
Montana
2.8 mi801 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Forest Service Road 3165A
Montana
5.8 mi1,224 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Langhor Meadows
Montana
5.4 mi1,250 ftgain
Moderate
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During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Montana hunting page
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