Meadows Cabin
The historic Meadows Guard Station is a quiet hideaway beneath tall pines, where deer graze in the open meadow pasture nearby. Located 29 miles from Alpine, the cabin allows horses and provides corrals. Built in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the cabin presents a year-round backcountry playground for activities like horseback riding, fishing, off-road vehicle riding and snowmobiling. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, guests have the convenience of a shower and flush toilet. Horse corrals are available, but horses cannot be turned out into the pasture.
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Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | Gravel | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | The rates are as follows. Summer- Peak Season: (May 1-Sept 30). 2025: $50/ Night. 2026: $60/night. 2027-Future: $70/night. Winter- (October 1- April 30). 2025-2026: $50/night. 2026-2027: $50/night. 2027-Future: $60/night |
The rustic two-room guard station sleeps six people on three sets of bunkbeds with mattresses. Parking accommodates a maximum of one RV or trailer. The cabin has running water, a flush toilet and shower, but these are only available from approximately Memorial Day to Labor Day. No electricity is available, but a propane refrigerator, lights and cooktop are provided along with a wood stove for heat. The kitchen also has a sink and a table with chairs. Water is only available from late May to early September. Outside these dates, guests must bring their own drinking water. Cooking and eating utensils are not provided. Other recommended items to bring include food, bedding, flashlights, toilet paper, garbage bags, dish soap and cleaning products like bleach or disinfectant. Do not use the adjacent pasture for personal horses.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Afton, WY, take Highway 89 north approximately 31 miles to Alpine, WY. At Alpine, turn right (south) onto Greys River Road (Forest Road 10138) and drive about 26 miles to Box Y Guest Lodge turnoff. Turn right (west), cross the Greys River Bridge, and then travel 1/4 mile. The cabin is located on the left (south).
| Nearest town | Afton, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 42.9128° N, 110.7128° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Twin Peaks Outfitters ↗ | 14.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Airstream of Wyoming ↗ | 18.2 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
The nearest grocery store is in Alpine, about 29 miles north of the cabin.
- 4.8 miPearson Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miLower Cabin Cr ATV ↗6.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 0.3 miCabin Creek Peak ↗7.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miCovey Cutoff ↗6.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.1 miMoffat Creek2.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miHenderson Shortcut0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.8 miBlack Canyon-Blind Bull ↗8.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Bridger-Teton National Forest.
- inBridger-Teton National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,466,359 acres
- 9.1 miCaribou-Targhee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,077,758 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Natural features
The cabin sits in a shady, wooded area in the valley of Greys River. Meadow Creek runs beside the cabin. Moose, elk, eagles, and sandhill cranes are among the wildlife likely to be seen. An abundance of wildflowers color the landscape in summer. The Bridger-Teton National Forest offers more than 3.4 million acres of public lands for outdoor recreation. With its pristine watersheds, abundant wildlife and immense wildlands, the forest comprises a large part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the largest intact ecosystem in the lower 48 United States.
Recreation
Greys River is nearby, offering pleasing fishing opportunities. Hiking, off-road vehicle riding, horseback riding and mountain biking are popular summer activities. Snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are excellent winter activities.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Meadows Cabin?
Sites at Meadows Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Meadows Cabin?
The rates are as follows. Summer- Peak Season: (May 1-Sept 30). 2025: $50/ Night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Meadows Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Meadows Cabin have?
2 sites, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Meadows Cabin?
The cabin has running water, a flush toilet and shower, but these are only available from approximately Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Meadows Cabin?
Yes, pets are allowed at Meadows Cabin. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Meadows Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Meadows Cabin?
Greys River is nearby, offering pleasing fishing opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Meadows Cabin?
Afton, Wyoming. The nearest grocery store is in Alpine, about 29 miles north of the cabin.
Source: Getting there
What if Meadows Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Moose Flat Campground (5 mi, first-come), Forest Park Campground (5.7 mi, first-come), and Murphy Creek Campground (12.7 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby