Deer Creek Cabin
Deer Creek Cabin is a historic Forest Service guard station located 13 miles from Alpine, Wyoming. The quaint, rustic structure offers a backcountry experience with conveniences like a propane stove and a heater. The cabin compound is a free graze area for Forest Service horses to roam during the summer months. Winter access is by snowmobile only on a groomed trail.
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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 | Partial | 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 two-room cabin sleeps six guests. Propane heating and lights are provided. Indoor plumbing is available during the summer months only, from around mid-June through Labor Day weekend. A vault toilet is available next to the cabin for colder months. A picnic table and campfire ring sit next to the cabin. A flush toilet, shower, and sink with drinking water are offered inside the cabin from approximately mid-June to Labor Day. Furnishings include a sink, propane cooktop, propane refrigerator, a table and chairs and three bunkbeds with mattresses. A wood stove and a propane heater are both available. Cooking and eating utensils are not provided. Recommended items to bring include bedding, dishes, pots and pans, utensils, garbage bags, dish soap, dish towels, toilet paper, a flashlight and cleaning products such as bleach or disinfectant.
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 about 31 miles to Alpine, Wyoming. At Alpine, turn right (East) onto Greys River Road (Forest Road 10138) and travel about 13 miles. The cabin is located on the left (east) side of the road, just past Murphy Creek Campground. Access is along a low-speed gravel road.
| Nearest town | Afton, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 43.0706° N, 110.8333° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Airstream of Wyoming ↗ | 9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountainist ↗ | 11.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 13.6 mi |
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Worth a stop
The closest town for groceries is in Alpine, just 13 miles away.
- 7.8 miPearson Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.5 miCabin Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miOld Murphy Connector Trail ↗12 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.6 miWay Trail ↗51 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.7 miStump Lake-Stewart ↗7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miHotfoot Creek2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miMurphy Connector ↗6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD and 1 more
- 1.2 miNorth Fork Murphy Creek ↗5.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.7 miStump Lake Trailhead ↗Bridger-Teton National Forest
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 Caribou-Targhee National Forest, which overlaps Bridger-Teton National Forest.
- inCaribou-Targhee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,077,758 acres
- inBridger-Teton National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,466,359 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
Lodgepole pine trees cover the complex, offering partial shade. Scenic views of the Bridger-Teton National Forest abound.
Recreation
Greys River flows just across the road from the cabin, offering prime fishing opportunities. Hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails begin nearby.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Deer Creek Cabin?
Sites at Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Deer Creek Cabin have?
2 sites, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Deer Creek Cabin?
A flush toilet, shower, and sink with drinking water are offered inside the cabin from approximately mid-June to Labor Day.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Deer Creek Cabin?
Yes, pets are allowed at Deer Creek Cabin. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Deer Creek Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Deer Creek Cabin?
Greys River flows just across the road from the cabin, offering prime fishing opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Deer Creek Cabin?
Afton, Wyoming. The closest town for groceries is in Alpine, just 13 miles away.
Source: Getting there
What if Deer Creek Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Murphy Creek Campground (0.3 mi, first-come), Moose Flat Campground (7.6 mi, first-come), and Station Creek Campground (9.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby